Description
Juicy, pan-seared chicken served over buttery, garlicky noodles for a simple and comforting family meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 2 cups egg noodles or pasta of choice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme on both sides.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked to 165°F internal temperature.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest, covered loosely with foil.
4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
5. Drain the noodles, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
6. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
7. Add chicken broth or reserved pasta water and stir, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
8. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the butter sauce.
9. Stir in parmesan cheese if using and season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Plate the noodles and top with the chicken, sliced or whole, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for a juicier alternative to chicken breasts.
Do not overcook the garlic as it can become bitter.
Reserve pasta water to help create a silky sauce.
Add extra parmesan for a richer flavor.
Serve with a side salad or vegetables for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg