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Chicken Buttered Noodles Recipe

Chicken Buttered Noodles Recipe

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Enjoy a comforting and flavorful meal with this easy Chicken Buttered Noodles recipe. Tender chicken strips are tossed with buttery garlic egg noodles in a creamy sauce, creating a satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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Chicken Buttered Noodles:

  • 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.
  • Egg Noodles: Traditional pasta for this dish, but can be substituted with any pasta.
  • Butter: Key ingredient for a rich, velvety sauce.
  • Chicken Broth: Adds savory depth to the dish.
  • Heavy Cream: Adds richness and creaminess.

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by heating olive oil in a skillet. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook chicken until golden brown, then slice.
  2. Prepare the Noodles: Cook noodles in boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water.
  3. Make the Butter Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet, sauté garlic, add broth and cream, simmer.
  4. Combine Noodles and Chicken: Toss noodles in sauce, add chicken, toss together.
  5. Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes. Serve hot topped with parmesan cheese.

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