Creamy Burrata Chicken Pasta
This Creamy Burrata Chicken Pasta is bursting with rich flavor from roasted cherry tomatoes, golden seared chicken, and a luscious lemon garlic butter sauce. Torn burrata melts right into hot spaghetti for a creamy, dreamy finish—topped with fresh basil and toasted pine nuts. A gorgeous dinner that feels gourmet but comes together with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Roasted Tomatoes
- 10 oz cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Salt & pepper
Chicken Pasta
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 large
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ lemon thinly sliced (preferably Meyer lemon)
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz burrata cheese
Garnish
- ½ cup fresh basil chopped
- ⅓ cup pine nuts toasted
Instructions
- Roast tomatoes at 400°F for 20 mins with oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Slice chicken in half, season, and cook 5 mins/side. Slice and set aside.
- In same skillet, cook lemon, garlic, and butter for 2–3 mins. Remove from heat.
- Cook spaghetti, drain, and toss with lemon butter sauce. Remove lemon slices.
- Top with sliced chicken, roasted tomatoes, torn burrata, basil, and pine nuts.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/creamy-burrata-chicken-pasta/
Notes
- Meyer lemons add a sweet citrus flavor, but regular lemons work too.
- Use freshly toasted pine nuts for the best texture and nutty aroma.
- For a vegetarian version, skip the chicken and double the tomatoes.