How to Make Browned Butter and Mizithra Cheese Pasta with Chicken, Spinach and Herbs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of hearty and savory pasta dishes that are bursting with flavor? If so, then you're in for a treat with this recipe for Browned Butter and Mizithra Cheese Pasta with Chicken, Spinach and Herbs. This dish takes the classic combination of browned butter and Mizithra cheese and elevates it with the addition of tender chicken, fresh spinach, and fragrant herbs. The result is a dish that is both comforting and sophisticated, perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a special occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
  • cooking spray
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, or to taste
  • 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
  • ½ cup grated Mizithra cheese
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 26 mins
  • Total Time: 41 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Spray a grill pan lightly with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Sprinkle seasoned salt on both sides of chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Let cool slightly.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a low simmer and cook until butter has a caramel fragrance and is almost done foaming, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Combine linguine, chicken, spinach, basil, and thyme in a large bowl. Pour browned butter on top. Toss well to combine. Add Mizithra cheese and pine nuts; toss again. Garnish with freshly ground black pepper.
  • Nutrition

    701 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 90mg
    • Sodium: 721mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 101g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 470mg