Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup burrata cheese
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, until blistered.
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of cooking water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add lemon zest and juice, stirring to combine.
- Add the cooked spaghetti, shredded chicken, and roasted tomatoes to the skillet. Toss everything together, using reserved pasta water to create a creamy sauce.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the burrata cheese until slightly melted.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, use whole grain or gluten-free spaghetti. You can also replace burrata with a dairy-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg