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Chicken Spaghetti with Creamy Burrata and Lemon Butter Sauce

Chicken Spaghetti with Creamy Burrata
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A bright and cozy chicken pasta dish with a creamy burrata and lemon butter sauce, perfect for any evening.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 small to medium chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter (divided)
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon (zest and 3–4 tbsp juice)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
  • 1–1.5 cups reserved pasta water
  • 8 oz burrata, torn into large pieces
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan
  • a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp capers (optional)
  • a small handful of fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1–1.5 cups pasta water and drain the spaghetti.
  2. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F). Transfer to a plate.
  4. Lower heat to medium, add remaining olive oil, then garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add broth or wine, scrape browned bits, and simmer for 1–2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in lemon zest and juice, then whisk in remaining butter (3 tbsp) to emulsify.
  7. Add spaghetti and 1/2 cup pasta water. Toss until glossy. Stir in Parmesan and adjust sauce consistency with more pasta water if needed.
  8. Slice or cube chicken if needed, and toss into pasta. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and lemon.
  9. Remove from heat and gently fold in torn burrata, letting it soften into creamy pockets. Sprinkle with herbs, optional capers, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Reserve pasta water for a silky sauce. Add fresh lemon zest or herbs after reheating to enhance flavor.

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