Greek Penne and Chicken

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

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 685 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot with boiling salted water cook penne pasta until al dente. Drain.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Season with salt and ground black pepper. Serve warm.