Linguine with Olives and Feta

This is a dish I tried a couple weeks ago, and I felt it's definitely worth sharing.



You need:
1 (12 oz) pkg linguine (I always use 100% whole wheat)
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1-2 tsp minced garlic
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, chopped
4 medium-large tomatoes, chopped
2 Tbsp dried basil (feel free to use fresh if you have it)
Black pepper to taste (about 1/4 tsp)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup sliced olives. You can use which ever variety you prefer. I had a "Greek Medley" which has ripe (black), green, and calamata olives.
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (if you don't like feta...ahem, Dad...you could use shredded Parmesan instead)

Cook your linguine according to package instructions. Drain, place in large bowl, and set aside.

In the meantime, saute 1 chopped onion and garlic in the olive oil. Add the chopped chicken. When the onions get transparent, and the chicken is fully cooked, add the chopped tomatoes, basil, pepper, and salt. Let this cook until the tomatoes just begin to soften (about 5 minutes).

Pour the chicken/tomato mixture over the noodles and toss. Sprinkle the top with olives and feta.

Beautiful!

This recipe will make about 6 servings. I only made a half batch for Ryan and me, and we had plenty.


Enjoy!