Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 unit

Chicken

cut into bite-sized pieces

15 oz

diced tomatoes

canned

2 unit

zucchini

diced

3 unit

yellow squash

diced

1 unit

onion

diced

1 tbsp

ground fennel

1 tsp

thyme

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

pepper

to taste

1 cup

chicken broth

0.25 cup

olive oil

0.5 cup

feta cheese

crumbled

12 oz

fusilli pasta

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~6 min

Cut chicken breasts and all vegetables (zucchini, yellow squash, onion) into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3
~6 min

In a 9 x 13 casserole dish, combine chicken, diced tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, onion, ground fennel, thyme, salt, pepper, chicken broth, and olive oil.

Step 4
~6 min

Mix all ingredients to blend well.

Step 5
~6 min

Cover the casserole dish and bake for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 6
~6 min

While the chicken is baking, boil fusilli pasta in a large pot until al dente.

Step 7
~6 min

Ensure the pasta and chicken finish cooking at approximately the same time.

Step 8
~6 min

Serve the chicken and vegetables with the broth over the pasta.

Step 9
~6 min

Top with crumbled feta cheese.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Roast the vegetables on a sheet pan for extra caramelization before adding to the casserole.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Accompany with crusty bread for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Green salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Emphasizes fresh vegetables and simple preparations, common in Mediterranean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Family dinners

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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