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Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata, Pine Nuts, & Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce First Image

Lemon Chicken Spaghetti with Burrata


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious spaghetti dish featuring grilled chicken, burrata cheese, and a light lemon sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast (grilled, baked, or shredded)
  • 2 balls burrata cheese
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in lemon juice and zest, season with salt and pepper, and let simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Add cooked chicken and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook until heated through.
  5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing everything together. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce if needed.
  6. Remove from heat. Tear burrata over the hot pasta and let it melt slightly.
  7. Top with toasted pine nuts and chopped herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • This dish can be complemented with additional herbs for extra flavor.
  • Feel free to substitute the chicken with shrimp for a seafood twist.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg