[thetygerlily]

I've done something kind of similar to Gusteau's dish, but with lemon, grape tomatoes, spinach, and feta. Come to think of it I don't think I use garlic in it... blasphemy!

Okay, just dug up the recipe. I submitted this to a Kappa cookbook... delicious! You could also use farfalle, I know most people haven't heard of campanelle. Oh and I don't really measure when I cook it at home... I just throw things in and call it good. But I tried to measure once to get estimates for the cookbook.

Mediterranean Pasta with Lemon, Spinach, and Tomatoes

Description:
This light and flavorful pasta dish is a great alternative to using canned or heavy sauces. The tangy sauce comes from the tart lemons, sweet grape tomatoes, and salty feta cheese. The campanelle pasta is a surprising twist to typical pasta dishes, and the unique shape holds the sauce well. It is available in most grocery stores, but in a pinch farfalle or rotini can substitute. Add a splash of lemon juice or olive oil before reheating leftovers.

Ingredients:
¾ pound campanelle pasta
2 large (4 small) chicken breasts
2 medium lemons, juiced
6 ounces fresh baby spinach, chopped
1 pint grape tomatoes, quartered
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
Poultry seasoning to taste
Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:
Boil the pasta according to al dente package instructions (undercook by 1-2 minutes for best results) and drain. While the past is cooking, cut the chicken into bite-sized strips or cubes and season with poultry seasoning. Chop the spinach and quarter the grape tomatoes.

Sautee the chicken in the lemon juice over medium heat until just cooked on the exterior of the pieces (will still be undercooked on the interior). Do not overcook the chicken at this stage as it will continue to cook as other ingredients are added. Stir in the spinach and tomatoes and allow to wilt, about 3-5 minutes. Add the feta cheese, salt, and pepper. Gently toss the pasta into the mixture. Simmer for two more minutes, stirring occasionally to combine ingredients. Serve immediately.