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Brown Butter Spaghetti with Basil and Burrata

This Brown Butter Spaghetti with Basil and Burrata is an easy pasta recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken, fresh basil, creamy burrata and a nutty brown butter sauce gives elevated and fancy dinner vibes, but in reality is easy and ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 601kcal

Ingredients

For the spaghetti

  • 16 ounces spaghetti
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the brown butter sauce

  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped basil leaves plus more for garnish
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese

Instructions

  • Cook spaghetti in salted water, per package directions. Once done, drain the spaghetti and allow the moisture to evaporate.
  • While the spaghetti cooks, combine the ½ teaspoon of each garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper and season the chicken.
  • Heat olive oil over medium high heat in a large skillet. Place the chicken in the skillet and allow to sear for 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp.) Remove from the pan and set aside.
    Depending on the size of your skillet you may need to cook the chicken in batches. Repeat until all chicken is cooked.
  • Reduce the heat to medium low. Add the butter to the skillet and melt. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until butter has become browned. When it is done, you will see brown bits on the bottom of the pan and it will smell fragrant and nutty. This whole process will take about 4-5 minutes.
  • Immediately stir in the garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes and mix, cooking for about 30 seconds. Then add the drained and dry pasta to the butter sauce and toss the pasta to coat in the sauce. Then mix in the fresh basil.
  • Slice (or dice) the seared chicken and place it on top of the spaghetti, then break open the burrata balls and arrange on top of the pasta. Garnish with more fresh basil and red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 601kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 577mg | Potassium: 462mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1014IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 1mg