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Linda S. Smith

Chicken with Buttered Noodles

A comforting and quick dish featuring tender chicken breasts on buttery egg noodles, infused with garlic and garnished with parsley.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless
  • 8 ounces egg noodles Can swap for whole wheat or gluten-free noodles
  • 4 tablespoons butter Divided into two portions for cooking
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
  • Parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and add them to the skillet.
  3. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and no longer pink inside. Remove the chicken and let it rest.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss them in the buttery sauce until well coated.
  6. Slice the rested chicken and serve it over the noodles, garnishing with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in garlic and herbs for a couple of hours before cooking. If the noodles stick together after cooking, a drizzle of olive oil can help keep them apart. Always let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking for the best texture.

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