Golden chicken bites, tender pasta, and fresh Greek salad tossed in a zesty dressing for vibrant flavors.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Crispy Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs, beaten
04 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - 1/3 cup olive oil (for frying)
→ Pasta
10 - 12 ounces short pasta (penne, fusilli, or rigatoni)
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - Salt for pasta water
→ Greek Salad Mix
13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
15 - 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
16 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
17 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
18 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
→ Dressing
19 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
20 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
21 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
22 - 1 garlic clove, finely minced
23 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with the mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, then eggs, then the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with one tablespoon olive oil to prevent sticking.
03 - Combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley in a large bowl. Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, then toss the dressing with the salad gently.
04 - In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked pasta and Greek salad mix; toss well. Top with the crispy chicken bites. Garnish with additional feta and parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
