Best 5 Grecian Pasta Chicken Skillet Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the shores of Greece with this tantalizing Grecian Pasta Chicken Skillet recipe. This vibrant dish combines succulent chicken, tender pasta, and an array of Mediterranean flavors in one delectable skillet. Discover a symphony of textures and tastes as you savor the juicy chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a flavorful sauce that brings together the essence of Greece.

This recipe offers a delightful blend of classic and contemporary, catering to a wide range of palates. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, this recipe is designed for success. With step-by-step instructions and a comprehensive ingredient list, you'll be crafting this delicious dish in no time.

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Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK CHICKEN PASTA



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This pasta dish incorporates some of the flavors of Greece. It makes a wonderfully complete and satisfying meal. For extra flavor, toss in a few kalamata olives. Use whatever pasta you have or prefer.

Provided by Althea

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
½ cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cut into bite-size pieces
1 (14 ounce) can marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste
2 lemons, wedged, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bit, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; add artichoke hearts, tomato, feta cheese, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, and cooked pasta. Cook and stir until heated through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.7 calories, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 444 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SKILLET CHICKEN PASTA



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This is a tasteful combination of vegetables, chicken, and pasta prepared in a cast iron skillet. My family eats tons of this stuff.

Provided by scotty.h

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ (8 ounce) package spaghettini
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 plum tomato (blank)s roma (plum) tomatoes, halved and sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
1 tablespoon ketchup
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 each skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
2 each garlic cloves, crushed
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Stir in the spaghettini, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta until it has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 6-8 minutes. Drain well and keep warm.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the tomatoes; cook until they soften and begin to break down. Stir in the garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, sugar, and ketchup. Heat sauce through and reserve.
  • Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a separate cast iron skillet over medium heat. Stir in chicken; cook until browned. Stir in crushed garlic cloves; cook for 1 additional minute.
  • Remove chicken from skillet and reserve. Turn heat to high. Stir the green pepper, red pepper, onion, and mushrooms into the skillet and cook until they begin to soften. Stir in browned chicken. Turn heat to medium and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, and the vegetables are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Toss the chicken and vegetables with the tomato sauce and the hot pasta. Serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 767.5 calories, Carbohydrate 62.4 g, Cholesterol 74.6 mg, Fat 40.1 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 524.9 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

GRECIAN CHICKEN



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The caper, tomato and olive flavors will whisk you away to the Greek isles. This easy skillet dish is perfect for hectic weeknights. -Jan Marler, Murchison, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 pound chicken tenderloins
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 tablespoon salt-free Greek seasoning
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
Hot cooked orzo pasta, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Add chicken; saute until no longer pink, 7-9 minutes. Remove and keep warm., In same skillet, heat remaining oil; add the next 6 ingredients. Cook and stir until onion is translucent, 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute more. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 3-4 minutes. Return chicken to skillet; add olives. Simmer, uncovered, until chicken is heated through, 2-3 minutes. If desired, serve with orzo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEK CHICKEN PASTA



Greek Chicken Pasta image

This hearty main dish has great Mediterranean flavor. I left out the olives, and my family still loved it. -Susan Stetzel, Gainesville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1/3 cup sliced pitted Greek olives
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the chicken, artichoke hearts, cheese, tomatoes and olives. , Drain pasta; stir into the pan. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

GRECIAN PASTA & CHICKEN SKILLET



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We love a homemade meal at the end of the day. But the prep involved? Not so much. My Greek-inspired pasta is lemony, herby and, thankfully, easy. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup white wine or water
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 ounces multigrain thin spaghetti
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup roasted sweet red pepper strips
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the first 6 ingredients; add spaghetti. Bring to a boil. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and spaghetti is tender, 5-7 minutes., Stir in artichoke hearts, spinach, red pepper, olives, green onion, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, oil and pepper. Cook and stir until spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 658mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured out. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will always give you the best flavor. If possible, try to use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken is a delicate meat, so it's important not to overcook it. Cook it until it is just cooked through, or it will become dry and tough.
  • Use a Good Quality Pasta: The type of pasta you use will make a big difference in the final dish. Choose a high-quality pasta that is made with durum wheat.
  • Don't Rinse the Pasta: Rinsing the pasta will remove the starch, which is what helps the sauce to stick to the pasta. Instead, just drain the pasta and add it to the skillet.
  • Season to Taste: Always taste the dish before serving and adjust the seasoning accordingly. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

This Grecian Pasta with Chicken Skillet is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. It's perfect for busy families or anyone who is looking for a healthy and delicious meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the pasta is perfectly cooked, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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