Greek Chicken Spaghetti (Printable Version)

Grilled chicken, tomatoes, olives, and feta tossed with spaghetti in a lemon-herb dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
04 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Pasta

05 - 12 oz spaghetti

→ Vegetables

06 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
10 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Cheese

11 - 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

12 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
14 - 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
15 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
02 - Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate, rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - While the chicken cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
04 - In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and red onion for 2 minutes until softened. Add cherry tomatoes and cook 3-4 minutes, until just softened.
05 - Add cooked spaghetti, olives, and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss well to combine and heat through, adding more olive oil if needed.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and chopped parsley. Add sliced chicken and half the feta, tossing gently.
07 - Divide among plates, sprinkle with remaining feta and extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between hot grilled chicken and cool, tangy feta creates this incredible temperature and texture dance in every bite.
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like something you'd order at a proper taverna with a view of the Aegean.
02 -
  • That pasta water you reserve is liquid gold, containing salt and starch that helps everything cling together instead of becoming a dry, separate mess.
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing might feel like wasted time, but cutting into it immediately will cause all those precious juices to run out onto your cutting board instead of staying in the meat where they belong.
03 -
  • Marinate the chicken for an hour in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs if you have the time, but even 15 minutes makes a noticeable difference.
  • The dish can be served warm, at room temperature, or even cold the next day, making it incredibly versatile for picnics or potlucks.
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