Description
The Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata and Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce is a delightful fusion of tangy and creamy elements, combining perfectly cooked pasta with zesty roasted tomatoes and rich burrata cheese. This dish is topped with succulently seasoned chicken, making it a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ideal for a cozy dinner or a fancy gathering, this recipe elevates your typical spaghetti dish to a whole new level of flavor and sophistication. The burst of lemon paired with the softness of burrata transforms every bite into a gourmet experience, guaranteed to impress your guests or just treat yourself to a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Roasted Tomatoes:
10 oz cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, sliced in half
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper
Chicken Pasta:
1.5 lb chicken breast (2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts), thinly sliced
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ lemon (preferably, Meyer lemon), thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons butter
8 oz spaghetti
8 oz Burrata cheese
Garnish:
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
⅓ cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
Instructions
Roasted Tomatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes.
Chicken Pasta: Season chicken with salt, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until done, about 5 minutes per side, then slice thinly. In the same skillet, cook lemon slices and garlic in butter. Remove from heat.
Cook spaghetti, drain. Combine pasta with lemon, garlic, and butter mixture. Top with chicken and roasted tomatoes.
To Serve: Plate the spaghetti, add slices of burrata, garnish with basil and pine nuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 720 Kcal