Description
A cozy and satisfying dish featuring juicy, seasoned chicken served atop silky noodles coated in a rich butter-garlic sauce—perfect for a quick and comforting dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter with olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes, then add the noodles. Add reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired sauce consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Plate the noodles, top with sliced chicken, and garnish with parsley or basil.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat with a little butter or water to revive the sauce.
- Freezable for up to 2 months; stir gently when reheating.
- Can substitute other pastas or proteins like turkey or pork chops.
- Optional additions include cheese like Parmesan or mozzarella.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
