American Samoa

Tomato Feta Pasta with Chicken

Ingredients:

• 300g pasta (penne, fusilli, or your choice)
• 200g cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 200g feta cheese (block preferred)
• 2 chicken breasts (cubed or sliced)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley (optional)
• Chili flakes (optional)
• Grated Parmesan (optional)

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Instructions:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Prepare the baking dish:

• Place the block of feta in the center.
• Scatter cherry tomatoes around it.
• Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes until tomatoes are blistered and feta is soft.

Cook the pasta:

• Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.

Cook the chicken:

• In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil.
• Add the chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.
• Cook until golden and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Set aside.

Assemble the pasta:

• Onge feta and tomatoes are done, mash them gently with a fork to create a creamy sauce.
• Add cooked pasta, chicken, and a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
• Toss everything to coat well

Garnish & Serve:

• Top with fgesh basil or parsley.
• Sprinkle with grated Parmesan if desired.

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Enjoy your creamy, flavorful Tomato Feta Pasta with Chicken! 🍅🧀🍗

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