Mediterranean-inspired dish with golden crispy chicken, tender pasta, and fresh Greek salad vegetables tossed in zesty dressing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Crispy Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
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 such as 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, finely sliced
16 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
17 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
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
# Steps:
01 - Slice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Set up three separate bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper mixed together.
02 - Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, then egg, then the panko mixture, pressing gently to ensure coating adheres. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
03 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil to prevent sticking.
04 - In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
05 - Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
06 - In a large serving bowl, combine cooked pasta and Greek salad mixture. Toss well. Top with crispy chicken bites. Garnish with additional feta cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
