Mediterranean Chicken, Arugula Pasta, and Zesty Chi

Name: Mediterranean Chicken, Arugula Pasta, and Zesty Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts; ¼ cup of fresh mint; ¼ cup fresh oregano; ¼ cup fresh basil; ¾ cup olive oil, divided; 2 -3 garlic cloves; 1 lemon, juiced; salt and pepper; 1 lb whole wheat linguine; ½ cup arugula leaf, roughly chopped; ½ cup pine nuts, toasted; ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated; ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 -3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; ¼ cup dry red wine

Servings: persons

4 boneless chicken breasts
¼ cup of fresh mint
¼ cup fresh oregano
¼ cup fresh basil
¾ cup olive oil, divided
2 -3 garlic cloves
1 lemon, juiced
salt and pepper
1 lb whole wheat linguine
½ cup arugula leaf, roughly chopped
½ cup pine nuts, toasted
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 -3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon tomato paste
¼ cup dry red wine

1
For the chicken marinade: blitz herbs, 1/4 cup oil, half of the lemon juice, and salt in a food processor.
2
Place chicken in a shallow dish and cover with marinade.
3
Mix 1/4 cup of oil and remaining lemon juice and pour over chicken.
4
Cover and marinate for two to three hours.
5
Toast pine nuts and set aside.
6
Preheat broiler and start water to boil for pasta.
7
In a medium stock pot, mix chickpeas, tomatoes, basil, garlic powder, tomato paste, and wine.
8
Season as desired and simmer over low heat to reduce liquid and marry flavors, about 20 to 30 minutes.
9
Remove chicken from marinade and broil, about 5 minutes per side (depending on thickness).
10
Meanwhile, simultaneously boil pasta and saute arugula in olive oil with generous amounts of salt.
11
Drain pasta and toss with sauteed arugula, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts.
12
Top with more parmesan, as desired.
13
Serve chicken on top of pasta with peas on the side.
14
Great with fresh garlic bread.

1031

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless chicken breasts, ¼ cup of fresh mint, ¼ cup fresh oregano, ¼ cup fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Chicken, Arugula Pasta, and Zesty Chickpeas falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mediterranean Chicken, Arugula Pasta, and Zesty Chickpeas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions