Viral Baked Feta Pasta Recipe: Quick & Delicious One-Pan Meal!

Name: Viral Baked Feta Pasta Recipe: Quick & Delicious One-Pan Meal!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 500 grams Cherry Tomatoes; 200 grams Feta Cheese Block; 1/4 cup Olive Oil; 3 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tsp Dried Oregano; 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional); 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper; 350 grams Pasta (e.g., Penne, Farfalle); 1/4 cup Fresh Basil (chopped, for garnish)

Learn how to make the famous TikTok baked feta pasta! This incredibly easy one-pan recipe combines juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, garlic, and herbs with your favorite pasta for a satisfying and flavorful meal in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!

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Creamy Baked Feta Pasta ready to serve

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Mediterranean

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

18g

Protein

55g

Carbs

18g

Fat

Close-up of roasted tomatoes and melted feta

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pasta being tossed with the rich feta tomato sauce

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). In an oven-safe dish, place cherry tomatoes. Make space in the center for the block of feta.
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). In an oven-safe dish, place cherry tomatoes. Make space in the center for the block of feta.
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Drizzle olive oil over tomatoes and feta. Add minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until tomatoes burst and feta is soft and slightly golden.
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Drizzle olive oil over tomatoes and feta. Add minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until tomatoes burst and feta is soft and slightly golden.
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Ensure tomatoes are fully burst for maximum flavor.

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While feta and tomatoes are baking, cook pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
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While feta and tomatoes are baking, cook pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
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The reserved pasta water will help create a smooth sauce.
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Remove the baking dish from the oven. Mash the roasted tomatoes and feta with a fork until a creamy sauce forms.
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Remove the baking dish from the oven. Mash the roasted tomatoes and feta with a fork until a creamy sauce forms.
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Mash thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
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Add the drained pasta to the baking dish. Toss to combine thoroughly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
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Add the drained pasta to the baking dish. Toss to combine thoroughly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
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Don't overmix; gently fold the pasta into the sauce.

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Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve immediately. Enjoy your easy, delicious meal!
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Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve immediately. Enjoy your easy, delicious meal!
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Fresh basil adds a wonderful aromatic finish.