Description
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Grilled Chicken Pasta with Burrata and Pine Nuts
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
12 oz spaghetti or linguine
3 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, roasted or sautéed
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
1 large ball of burrata cheese
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Juice of ½ lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Marinate the chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Grill the chicken: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Cook the pasta: Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
Toss the pasta: Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble: Plate the pasta and top with sliced grilled chicken, a ball of burrata, toasted pine nuts, and a sprinkle of parsley.
Serve: Break open the burrata to let the creamy center mix with the pasta, and enjoy warm with a drizzle of olive oil and extra lemon zest.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~480 kcal per serving
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