Here’s a delicious and easy-to-make Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata & Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce recipe. This dish combines creamy burrata with zesty lemon, rich garlic butter, and tender chicken over a bed of spaghetti — comforting yet fresh.
🍋 Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata & Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce
Ingredients (Serves 2–4):
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Spaghetti – 8 oz (about half a box)
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Chicken breast or thighs – 2, thinly sliced or cubed
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Burrata cheese – 1 ball (4 oz)
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Garlic – 4 cloves, minced
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Unsalted butter – 4 tbsp
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Olive oil – 2 tbsp
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Lemon – zest and juice of 1
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White wine or chicken broth – 1/3 cup (optional for deglazing)
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Red pepper flakes – 1/4 tsp (optional, for heat)
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Fresh parsley or basil – chopped, for garnish
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Salt & black pepper – to taste
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Parmesan cheese – for topping (optional)
Instructions:
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Cook the pasta:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti to al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
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Cook the chicken:
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden and cooked through (about 4–5 min per side depending on thickness). Set aside.
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Make the lemon butter garlic sauce:
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In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add 4 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil.
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Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Deglaze with white wine or chicken broth (if using), scraping up any browned bits.
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Add lemon zest and juice. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in reserved pasta water for extra silkiness, if needed.
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Combine:
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Add cooked spaghetti and chicken back into the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce.
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Plate and serve:
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Divide pasta among plates or serve family-style.
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Tear burrata over the top of the hot pasta so it gently melts into a creamy topping.
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Garnish with fresh herbs, cracked pepper, and shaved parmesan if desired.
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🔥 Pro Tips:
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Add spinach, peas, or asparagus for extra veggies.
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Want it spicier? Increase the red pepper flakes or drizzle with chili oil.
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Toasted breadcrumbs or pine nuts make a great crunchy topping.
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