– 8 ounces spaghetti
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup burrata cheese
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon (juice and zest)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Making Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata and Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce is remarkably straightforward. Follow these steps, and you’ll be enjoying a delectable meal in no time:
1. Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the rest.
2. Prepare the Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring it doesn’t brown.
3. Add Lemon: Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the skillet and add the lemon zest. Stir to combine.
4. Incorporate Chicken: Add the shredded chicken into the skillet, mixing it well with the lemon butter garlic sauce. Heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, tossing it until it is evenly coated with the sauce. If needed, use the reserved pasta water to help reach your desired sauce consistency.
6. Season to Taste: Sprinkle with salt and pepper as needed, ensuring each element is well-seasoned.
7. Add Burrata: Remove from heat and carefully tear apart the burrata, placing it on top of the pasta. Let it melt slightly from the residual heat.
8. Serve Immediately: Give the spaghetti a gentle toss to mix in the burrata before serving.