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Chicken with Buttered Noodles

A comforting dish with tender chicken breasts and egg noodles in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Temps de préparation 10 minutes
Temps de cuisson 20 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Type de plat: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 chicken breasts Boneless, skinless
  • 8 ounces egg noodles Or any type of pasta
  • 4 tablespoons butter Divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh for the best flavor
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parsley, chopped (for garnish) Optional garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute.
  5. Toss the cooked noodles in the buttery garlic sauce until well coated.
Serving
  1. Serve the noodles topped with sliced chicken and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the dish but store chicken and noodles separately for better texture. Adjust the butter amount based on taste.