Description
Zesty Greek Chicken Pasta with Spicy Harissa Feta Cream & Roasted Asparagus Crisps is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that transports you to the Mediterranean with every bite. Tender chicken pairs perfectly with al dente fusilli pasta, all enveloped in a creamy, spicy feta sauce. The addition of crispy roasted asparagus gives this meal a delightful crunch. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup cream or Greek yogurt
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil; place on the baking sheet alongside trimmed asparagus.
- Roast chicken and asparagus for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Cook fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a bowl, mix harissa paste, feta cheese, cream or yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Slice the roasted chicken and toss it with pasta and asparagus; drizzle with harissa feta cream sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Substitute shrimp or tofu for chicken based on dietary preferences. - Incorporate vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.