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Greek Pasta - An Easy Weeknight Dinner
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Easy Greek Pasta Dinner Recipe

Author: Kimber

Ingredients

  • 16 oz Penne Pasta
  • 1/2 Rotisserie Chicken chopped
  • 16 oz Frozen Sweet Green Peas
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 2 Cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 Can Artichoke Hearts drained and chopped
  • 1/2 Red Onion chopped
  • 1 Cup Feta Cheese

For the dressing:

  • 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 10-12 basil leaves chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbles
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Boil the pasta per package directions to al dente. Add in the frozen peas for the last 3-5 minutes of cooing time.
  • While the pasta cooks chop the chicken, peppers, tomatoes, artichokes and onion.
  • Make the dressing by using a blender or food processor to blend the olive oil, sugar, garlic, oregano, dill, basil, and feta until creamy and well blended.
  • Add the buttermilk slowly while the blender is running until the sauce is just emulsified.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Drain the peas and pasta when done and return to the pot.
  • Mix in the veggies, feta and chicken and then pour the sauce over the top and mix until everything is evenly coated.
  • Serve immediately. Enjoy!