A comforting, kid-friendly classic made with tender chicken and butter-coated noodles. Simple, satisfying, and ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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8 oz egg noodles
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2 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, chopped or shredded
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3–4 tbsp unsalted butter
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½ tsp garlic powder (or 1 clove fresh garlic, minced)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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Optional: fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
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Boil noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
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While noodles cook, season and sauté chicken in butter or oil until fully cooked. Rest, then shred or chop.
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In the empty pasta pot, melt butter over low heat. Add garlic and stir until fragrant.
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Return noodles to the pot and toss in butter. Fold in chicken and Parmesan if using.
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Adjust seasoning. Add reserved pasta water if needed for moisture.
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Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or extra cheese.