Description

This comforting Chicken with Buttered Noodles recipe combines tender, juicy pan-seared chicken breasts with silky egg noodles tossed in creamy, herbed butter. It’s a family-friendly favorite that comes together in under 40 minutes, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a simple, satisfying dinner any time.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Buttered Noodles:

12 oz (340g) egg noodles
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish:

Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Extra chopped parsley

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Instructions

Season the chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry. In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice blend all over the chicken breasts to season them evenly.
Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 6–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet, cover loosely with foil, and let rest.
Boil the noodles: While the chicken cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the noodles well.
Prepare the buttered noodles: Return the cooked, drained noodles to the hot pot. Add butter and toss to coat, letting the butter melt completely. Stir in chopped parsley, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add a splash of reserved pasta water for silkiness, if desired.
Slice and serve: Slice the rested chicken breasts and serve over a bed of warm buttered noodles. Garnish with extra parsley and grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

For juicier chicken, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Use rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken for an easy shortcut.
Add garlic to the buttered noodles for extra flavor.
Swap parsley for chives, basil, or dill to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 510
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 410mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 31g
Cholesterol: 103mg