CHICKEN WITH BUTTERED NOODLES
A comforting and simple dish, Chicken with Buttered Noodles features tender chicken served alongside perfectly cooked noodles tossed in rich, buttery goodness. This easy, family-friendly meal is great for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- While the noodles cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the buttery garlic mixture.
- Slice the chicken breasts and serve over the buttered noodles.
- Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to use other types of pasta, like fettuccine or spaghetti, if you don’t have egg noodles.
- You can add vegetables like steamed broccoli or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you prefer a creamy version, add a little heavy cream or cream cheese to the butter sauce.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated with the noodles.
- For a lower-fat version, use olive oil instead of butter.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding more salt or herbs if desired.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a simple side salad or garlic bread.
- To make this dish gluten-free, swap out the noodles for a gluten-free pasta variety.