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Mediterranean Pasta in a Creamy Feta Sauce

URL: https://emilybites.com/2013/03/mediterranean-pasta-in-a-creamy-feta-sauce.html

Ingredients

The pasta

  • 12 oz wheat macaroni pasta

The sauce

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon chopped basil
  • ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons light butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 ½ cups skim milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 oz crumbled Feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons garlic hummus

The protein and vegetables

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup chopped canned artichoke hearts, packed in brine without oil
  • 2 oz sun dried tomatoes, dry packaged & julienne cut
  • 12 pieces Calamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. 1. Boil water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and place in a large bowl.
  2. 2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, basil, oregano, and rosemary; cook until fragrant.
  3. 3. Add chicken to the skillet, coating it with the oil and herbs. Cook until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4. Combine the cooked chicken with the pasta in the large bowl. Add artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and fresh basil; toss to combine.
  5. 5. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour and cook for about a minute.
  6. 6. Gradually whisk in the milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer until thickened.
  7. 7. Stir in feta cheese and hummus until melted and smooth.
  8. 8. Pour the sauce over the pasta mixture and stir until well combined.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
8
Calories
348
Total fat
10g
Total carbohydrates
38g
Total protein
26g
Sodium
500mg
Cholesterol
40mg

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