Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata and Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce
A comforting pasta dish featuring chicken pieces sautéed in a rich lemon butter garlic sauce, served over spaghetti and topped with creamy burrata cheese.
Ingredients
Pasta and Chicken
- 12 oz spaghetti To be cooked until al dente
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Use high quality chicken for best flavor
- Salt and pepper, to taste Use freshly cracked pepper for best results
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing chicken
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended for best flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust according to spice preference
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) Use quality butter for richness
- 1 zest and juice of 1 lemon Preferably freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth Low-sodium preferred to control saltiness
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese For finishing the dish
- 1 ball burrata cheese (about 4 oz) To be torn and used as a topping
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish For adding freshness to the dish
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Fill a large pot with water, add a generous amount of salt, and bring it to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
- Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
Preparing the Chicken
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the hot skillet.
- Sauté the chicken for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- Lower heat to medium, add the unsalted butter to the skillet and let it melt.
- Once melted, add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice along with chicken broth. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
Combining the Ingredients
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained spaghetti and toss everything together.
- Add reserved pasta water gradually until the desired consistency is reached.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until well incorporated.
Serving
- Plate the chicken spaghetti and top with torn burrata cheese.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
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Notes
Consider serving with crusty bread and a light salad. Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or different proteins.