Spicy Feta & Chicken Sausage Pasta (38g Protein)

Published: 8/17/2026

A spicy, high-protein twist on the viral baked feta pasta. This recipe captures the comforting warmth of roasted feta but adds lean chicken sausage and protein-fortified pasta to support your fitness goals.

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 8 oz (225 g) protein-fortified penne
• 7 oz (200 g) block of feta cheese (in brine)
• 12 oz (340 g) spicy chicken sausage, sliced
• 2 cups (360 g) cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp (1 g) red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the feta block in the center of a baking dish and surround it with the cherry tomatoes and sliced sausage.
2. Drizzle with the olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
3. Bake for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, boil the protein pasta until al dente.
4. Mash the feta and tomatoes into a creamy sauce, then toss with the pasta and sausage.

Pro Tips

• Buy Block Feta: Always buy a block of feta in brine — the pre-crumbled variety contains anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting into a silky sauce.

See Also

• High-Protein Feta & Chicken Pasta Bake
• Buffalo Chicken Feta Pasta
• Spiced Apple & Chicken Salad with Feta

Categories: mains, pasta-risotto, comfort-food