A simple and comforting dish with tender chicken and buttery noodles, perfect for quick dinners and kid-friendly meals.
12 oz egg noodles
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Cook noodles according to package instructions; drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
Add remaining butter to the skillet. Sauté garlic (if using), then stir in chicken broth and simmer 3–4 minutes.
Return chicken and noodles to skillet. Toss to coat in sauce. Add pasta water as needed for consistency.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, season to taste, and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.