Description
Chicken and buttered noodles is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with rich, buttery noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: About 1 lb (450 g)
- Egg noodles: 8 oz (225 g)
- Unsalted butter: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup (optional)
- Lemon juice: to taste (optional)
- Vegetables: steamed broccoli, peas, or spinach (optional)
- Herbs: fresh thyme or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by rinsing and patting it dry, then season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the egg noodles in salted boiling water according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and cook the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken and in the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the drained noodles to the skillet, toss with garlic butter, and season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
Notes
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy.
- Use room temperature butter for a smooth sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, buttered noodles, comfort food, easy recipe, family meal