Description

This easy chicken spaghetti features burrata cheese, lemon butter garlic sauce, and toasted pine nuts for a gourmet weeknight meal.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti

2 tbsp olive oil

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin

Salt and pepper, to taste

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 tbsp unsalted butter

Juice and zest of 1 lemon

1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/3 cup toasted pine nuts

1 ball fresh burrata cheese

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

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Instructions

Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and white wine (if using). Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then toss in the cooked spaghetti and Parmesan. Stir until well coated.

Serve topped with torn burrata, toasted pine nuts, and parsley. Add red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

You can substitute grilled chicken thighs for extra flavor.

If burrata isn’t available, try fresh mozzarella or a scoop of ricotta.

Use gluten-free spaghetti if needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner, Pasta
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired