Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Easy Baked Feta Pasta with Chickpeas, a comforting dish that harmonizes creamy feta, tender pasta, and savory roasted chickpeas. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe guarantees delightful flavors with minimal effort. With every forkful, experience a symphony of tastes that will leave you craving more. Serve it hot, and watch it disappear from the dinner table!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz feta cheese (block)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly drizzle olive oil in a large baking dish.
- Combine uncooked pasta, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in the dish; mix gently.
- Place the block of feta in the center and drizzle with additional olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until feta is golden and bubbly.
- Stir well after baking for a creamy sauce; add spinach if desired until wilted.
- Serve immediately for maximum flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg