Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Irresistible Easy Baked Feta Pasta with Chickpeas. This comforting dish blends creamy baked feta with hearty chickpeas and vibrant cherry tomatoes, creating a delightful medley of flavors. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Just toss the ingredients into a baking dish, let the oven work its magic, and savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 8 oz feta cheese (block)
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In the baking dish, mix cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place the block of feta cheese in the center and drizzle with additional olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta is golden.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.
- Combine baked mixture with cooked pasta until evenly coated and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition. - Adjust seasoning according to your preference. - This recipe stores well for meal prep; refrigerate leftovers for up to three days.