Description
Hearty chicken with buttered noodles delivers comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, blending tender meat and silky pasta. Creamy, golden noodles paired with perfectly seasoned chicken make this classic dish a soul-warming meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Cooking Fat:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Craft a flavorful seasoning blend by mixing onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Thoroughly coat chicken cubes in this aromatic mixture, ensuring each piece is evenly seasoned.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully place seasoned chicken cubes into the pan, searing until they develop a golden-brown exterior. Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes, turning midway to guarantee even cooking and complete doneness. Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Enhance the water with kosher salt and chicken bouillon powder to infuse depth of flavor. Submerge egg noodles and cook according to package guidelines, aiming for a perfect al dente texture.
- Before draining noodles, carefully extract and reserve one cup of starchy pasta water. This liquid gold will help create a silky sauce later.
- Return the same pot to the stove and melt butter over medium heat. Introduce minced garlic and chicken bouillon powder, allowing the ingredients to meld and release their aromatic essence for roughly one minute.
- Gradually incorporate the reserved pasta water into the butter mixture, whisking continuously to create a smooth, luxurious sauce. The starchy water will help bind the sauce and add richness.
- Gently fold the cooked noodles into the garlic butter sauce, ensuring each strand is elegantly coated. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and mix thoroughly. If the sauce seems too thick, adjust its consistency by adding more reserved pasta water.
- Plate the buttered noodles and crown with the perfectly seasoned chicken pieces. Garnish with fresh parsley and an additional dusting of Parmesan cheese for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Boost flavor intensity by toasting spices in the pan before seasoning chicken, releasing deeper, more complex aromatics.
- Enhance protein versatility by substituting chicken with tofu, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Optimize noodle texture by slightly undercooking pasta during initial boiling, allowing it to finish cooking in the garlic butter sauce for maximum absorption and richness.
- Create a gluten-free version by using alternative noodles made from rice, quinoa, or legumes, maintaining the dish’s comforting essence while accommodating different nutritional needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg