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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add the cooked spaghetti, and toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated with the sauce.
- 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.
- 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.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International