Description
This dish combines tender chicken with spaghetti in a creamy sauce made from burrata, lemon, and garlic for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup burrata cheese, torn
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the torn burrata cheese, lemon juice, and zest, stirring until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and sliced chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Use fresh burrata for the creamiest results; adjust lemon juice to taste for acidity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 35g