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Smoky Lemon Chicken Spaghetti with Burst Cherry Tomatoes

A quick and flavorful dinner recipe combining smoky chicken, zesty lemon, and sweet cherry tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 12 ounces spaghetti You can use any type of pasta you prefer.
Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds a smoky flavor to the chicken.
  • Salt to taste salt
  • Pepper to taste pepper
Tomato Ingredients
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes These will burst and add juiciness to the dish.
Seasoning Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Used for cooking chicken and tomatoes.
  • 1 each juice and zest of 1 lemon Adds brightness to the dish.
Garnish
  • to taste fresh basil Optional garnish for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Bursting Tomatoes
  1. Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and toss in the cherry tomatoes.
  2. Cook the tomatoes until they start to burst, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Drain the spaghetti and toss it directly into the skillet with the burst tomatoes.
  2. Add the lemon juice and zest, along with the chicken, then stir everything together.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days.