Creamy Feta Chicken Pasta (Quick 30-Minute Dinner)

This Creamy Feta Chicken Pasta is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breast and salty feta melt together into a rich, luscious sauce.

Published: 7/22/2026

Creamy Feta Chicken Pasta

Looking for a quick weeknight dinner that tastes like it came from a restaurant? This Nordic-inspired everyday staple relies on “Pantry Simplification” – using simple, high-quality ingredients. The block of salty feta melts effortlessly into the heavy cream, creating a luscious sauce without the need for flour or complex roux.

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 10 oz (300 g) chicken breast, sliced into strips
• 8 oz (250 g) dry pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup (200 ml) heavy whipping cream
• 5 oz (150 g) block of feta cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened.
3. Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook until lightly browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Lower the heat to medium and pour in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for 2 minutes.
5. Crumble the block of feta cheese directly into the skillet. Stir gently until the feta partially melts and thickens the sauce.
6. Season with black pepper and salt (taste first, as feta is naturally salty!).
7. Toss the drained pasta into the skillet. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
8. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Pro Tips

• The Feta: Always buy a block of feta in brine rather than pre-crumbled feta. The block melts much smoother into the sauce.
• Add Greens: Toss in a handful of fresh spinach or cherry tomatoes in the last two minutes for an extra pop of color.

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