Ingredients
8 oz farfalle bow-tie pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1.5 lb skinless, boneless chicken tenderloins (or sliced skinless, boneless thighs or breasts)
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 oz grape tomatoes (2 colors: red and yellow), sliced in half
5 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
5 oz fresh spinach, chopped
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
6 oz crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning to ensure both sides are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, followed by the halved grape tomatoes, minced garlic, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add the cooked and drained pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes and spinach. Stir in the lemon juice and crumbled feta cheese. Heat everything on medium heat for about 1 minute, stirring to combine. If desired, add an extra tablespoon of olive oil for added richness.
- Slice the cooked chicken and add it to the skillet, gently reheating everything together.
Notes
- Dairy-Free: Use vegan feta cheese to make this dish dairy-free.
- Gluten-Free: Substitute the bow tie pasta for gluten-free pasta.
- Additional Veggies: Add bell peppers, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, asparagus, zucchini, or arugula for more flavor and nutrients.
- Cheese Alternatives: Swap feta with grated Parmesan or fresh Mozzarella cheese for different textures and flavors.
- Fridge Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer Storage: This dish is freezer-friendly and can be stored in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Reheat using a pan or microwave with a small amount of olive oil and water to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 85mg