Description
Bring bold Mediterranean flavors to your kitchen with this Zesty Greek Chicken Pasta topped with a spicy harissa feta cream and roasted asparagus crisps. Juicy marinated chicken, creamy whipped feta, and a kick of chili combine over perfectly cooked rigatoni for a mouthwatering experience. This is one of those easy dinner ideas that feels gourmet yet totally achievable. Great for quick weeknight dinners, healthy meals with flavor, or when you want new food ideas for pasta nights.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless chicken thighs
8 ounces rigatoni pasta
1 bunch asparagus spears
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons harissa paste
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or dill
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Trim asparagus ends, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 12–15 minutes until crispy-tender.
3. Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
4. In a hot skillet, cook marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice or cube.
5. Blend feta, harissa paste, a touch of olive oil, and a bit of warm pasta water until creamy. Adjust spice level to taste.
6. Toss pasta with a spoonful of harissa cream. Plate with sliced chicken, asparagus, and drizzle more sauce on top.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley or dill and serve warm.
Notes
You can use chicken breast instead of thighs for a leaner version.
Adjust the spice level by adding more or less harissa to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop + Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
Keywords: greek pasta, spicy feta cream, easy dinner, chicken pasta, roasted asparagus, harissa sauce, Mediterranean recipe