Description
A creamy, savory, and unique twist on a classic, this Greek Chili Chicken Alfredo with Smoked Feta Cream & Crispy Parmesan Asparagus combines tender chicken, smoky feta sauce, Greek chili spice, and crispy Parmesan asparagus, creating a comforting yet gourmet dish.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup smoked feta cheese, crumbled
1 teaspoon Greek chili flakes (or adjust to taste)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 pound pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil (for asparagus)
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (for asparagus)
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest.
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, crumbled smoked feta, Greek chili flakes, and minced garlic. Stir over medium heat until the sauce is smooth and heated through. Keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- For the crispy Parmesan asparagus, place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until tender and crispy.
- While the asparagus is roasting, slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the smoked feta cream sauce, then top with sliced chicken and roasted asparagus.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately!
Notes
Vegetarian Option: Skip the chicken and add extra vegetables, like sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach, for a vegetarian version.
Gluten-Free: Swap the pasta for gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
Spice Level: Adjust the amount of Greek chili flakes based on how spicy you like your food. You can even add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you prefer more heat.
Vegan: Replace the heavy cream with coconut cream or a dairy-free cream alternative, and use a plant-based feta cheese for a vegan twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Oven
- Cuisine: Greek, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
