Creamy Chicken with Buttered Noodles
A comforting and satisfying dish featuring juicy pan-seared chicken served over buttery garlic noodles, finished with Parmesan and fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick family dinner.
Equipment
- large pot
- skillet
- colander
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (optional)
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs if using.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss in the garlic butter. Stir in Parmesan cheese if using.
- Slice the chicken and serve over the noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream to the noodles. You can substitute chicken thighs for more flavor. Adjust Parmesan to taste or omit for a lighter version.