Description
A comforting and easy-to-make dish, Chicken with Buttered Noodles combines tender chicken with savory buttered egg noodles, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. This delicious meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced or cubed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional for color)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Buttered Noodles:
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the Egg Noodles: Boil egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika if using. Cook in a skillet with olive oil until golden and fully cooked.
- Make the Buttered Noodles: Melt butter in the same pot used for noodles. Toss cooked noodles until coated. Add Parmesan cheese if desired, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Divide buttered noodles into plates, top with cooked chicken, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor with garlic butter or sautéed garlic.
- Pair with a green salad or steamed vegetables.
- Use rotisserie or leftover chicken for a quicker meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
