Chicken with Buttered Noodles
A simple and comforting dish featuring juicy chicken served over buttery egg noodles with garlic, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces egg noodles Cook according to package instructions.
- 4 tablespoons butter Divided into two tablespoons for cooking chicken and two for noodles.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until tender; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about six to seven minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken and let it rest.
Cooking
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining two tablespoons of butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately one minute.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss them until well coated in the butter and garlic.
- Slice the chicken and place it atop the buttered noodles.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
If the noodles stick together, a splash of reserved pasta water or a little olive oil can help.