Greek Chicken Penne Recipes

MAKEOVER GREEK CHICKEN PENNE

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You'll love the big flavors in this hearty pasta dish that's been lightened up. It's perfect paired with a salad.-Susan Stetzel Gainesville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1/3 cup Greek olives, sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon Greek seasoning

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place tomatoes in a small bowl; add boiling water. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes., In a Dutch oven, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain and chop tomatoes; add to the pan. Stir in remaining ingredients. Drain pasta; add to the pan and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 813mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

GREEK PENNE AND CHICKEN

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Posted for 2006 Zaar World Tour - Greece. This recipe was adapted from a cooking website's newsletter.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb skinless chicken breast half, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (14 ounce) can water-packed artichoke hearts
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt
ground black pepper

Steps:

In a large pot bring salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente, drain and set aside.
Using a large skillet and over medium-high heat melt butter. Add onion and garlic to melted butter and cook for 2 minutes. Stirring occasionally, add chicken and continue cooking until golden brown, approximately 5-6 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium-low, begin adding drained and chopped artichoke hearts, chopped tomato, feta cheese, fresh parsley, lemon juice, dried oregano, and drained penne pasta to the chicken. Cook until heated through, approximately 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste, serve warm.

GREEK CHICKEN PENNE

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It's hard to believe a recipe this speedy could create such fresh, mouthwatering Mediterranean flavors. -Dawn Frihauf, Fort Morgan, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh oregano, optional

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the chicken, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the artichokes, tomato, cheese, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper; heat through. , Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Garnish with oregano if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

GREEK PENNE AND CHICKEN

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This is one of my favorite 'stand by' recipes. I keep the ingredients on hand to make a quick, delicious, satisfying meal.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 ½ tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts in water
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large pot with boiling salted water cook penne pasta until al dente. Drain.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat melt butter, add onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add chopped chicken and continue cooking, stirring occasionally until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium- low. Drain and chop artichoke hearts and add them, chopped tomato, feta cheese, fresh parsley, lemon juice, dried oregano, and drained penne pasta to the large skillet. Cook until heated through, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Season with salt and ground black pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684.7 calories, Carbohydrate 96.2 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 826.5 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

GREEK CHICKEN AND ARTICHOKE PENNE

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Make and share this Greek Chicken and Artichoke Penne recipe from Food.com.

Provided by School Chef

Categories Penne

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic clove
1 (13 3/4 ounce) can artichoke hearts in brine (reserve liquid)
2 cups chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 lb penne pasta
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbles