Chicken Buttered Noodles Pasta (Printable Format)

Tender chicken and noodles in creamy garlic butter sauce, perfect for a cozy, satisfying meal.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Main Components

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 8 ounces egg noodles or pasta of choice

→ Sauce and Flavorings

03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
06 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley or fresh parsley for garnish
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

11 - Grated parmesan cheese, for serving
12 - Red pepper flakes, optional for heat

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Pat the chicken breasts dry, then season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and thyme.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from skillet and allow to rest before slicing into strips.
03 - Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
04 - Reduce skillet heat to medium. Melt butter in the same pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, reducing slightly. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 3 to 4 minutes to thicken.
06 - Add drained noodles to the skillet. Toss gently to coat with the butter sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
07 - Add sliced chicken to the skillet and stir to combine, letting it absorb the flavors of the sauce.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Serve hot, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Slice the chicken after resting to ensure maximum juiciness and even absorption of the sauce.
02 - Egg noodles give the dish traditional texture, but any pasta shape works well.
03 - Reserve some pasta water to adjust the final sauce consistency.

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