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Zesty Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata and Lemon Butter Garlic Magic

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Learn how to make delicious Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata and Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce Recipe. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

If you’re out of chicken breast, feel free to substitute with thighs for a juicier bite. For a vegetarian twist, omit the chicken and add more vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes. The flexibility of this recipe means you can truly make it your own.

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the butter, chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir well, allowing the butter to melt and the flavors to meld, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet, add the cooked spaghetti, and toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated with the sauce.
  5. Transfer the spaghetti to serving plates. Tear the burrata into pieces and place it on top of the spaghetti. The heat from the pasta will gently melt the cheese, creating a creamy, rich texture.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and, if desired, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.

Cooking this dish often reminds me of the first time I tried burrata in a quaint Italian cafe with Marco. Its creamy texture was a revelation, and I knew I had to incorporate it into my own recipes.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International