Name: Chicken Buttered Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 8 oz (about 225g) egg noodles or your preferred pasta; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme); 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh parsley for garnish); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chicken broth (preferably low-sodium); ½ cup heavy cream; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Optional: Grated parmesan cheese for topping; Optional: Red pepper flakes for added spice; Chicken Breasts: Lean and protein-packed, chicken breasts serve as the star of the dish. They’re quick to cook and versatile, absorbing the flavors of the garlic butter sauce.; Egg Noodles: Egg noodles are the traditional pasta for this dish, but you can substitute with any pasta of your choice, like spaghetti or fettuccine.; Butter: The key ingredient for a rich, velvety sauce that coats the noodles and enhances the chicken’s flavor.; Chicken Broth: The broth brings in savory depth, ensuring the dish is perfectly balanced.; Heavy Cream: Adds richness and a creamy texture to the sauce, creating a luxurious coating for the noodles.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 oz (about 225g) egg noodles or your preferred pasta
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme)
1 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh parsley for garnish)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
½ cup heavy cream
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: Grated parmesan cheese for topping
Optional: Red pepper flakes for added spice

Ingredient Highlights

Chicken Breasts: Lean and protein-packed, chicken breasts serve as the star of the dish. They’re quick to cook and versatile, absorbing the flavors of the garlic butter sauce.
Egg Noodles: Egg noodles are the traditional pasta for this dish, but you can substitute with any pasta of your choice, like spaghetti or fettuccine.
Butter: The key ingredient for a rich, velvety sauce that coats the noodles and enhances the chicken’s flavor.
Chicken Broth: The broth brings in savory depth, ensuring the dish is perfectly balanced.
Heavy Cream: Adds richness and a creamy texture to the sauce, creating a luxurious coating for the noodles.

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:

Cook the Chicken: Start by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme on both sides.
Sear the Chicken: Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C). Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside to rest. Once cooled slightly, slice it into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the Noodles:

Cook the Noodles: While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles, reserving about ½ cup of the pasta cooking water.

Make the Butter Sauce:

Melt the Butter: In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and allow it to melt, scraping up any flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
Sauté the Garlic: Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the Chicken Broth and Cream: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 3-4 minutes, reducing slightly. Then, stir in the heavy cream and let the sauce simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, thickening slightly.

Combine the Noodles and Chicken:

Toss the Noodles: Add the drained noodles to the skillet, tossing them gently in the butter sauce until they are evenly coated. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
Add the Chicken: Return the sliced chicken to the skillet and toss everything together, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce.

Finish and Serve:

Season and Garnish: Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Sprinkle the parsley over the top and, if you like, add some red pepper flakes for a little heat.
Serve: Serve the Chicken Buttered Noodles hot, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Prep Time: 10minutes
Cook Time: 30minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4
Calories: 700
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 35g