A quick and cozy dish made with tender egg noodles, shredded chicken, and melted butter — perfect for kids and easy weeknight dinners.
12 oz wide egg noodles
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
4–6 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Fresh parsley or parmesan (optional)
Cook noodles in salted water until just tender. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic powder if using.
Return noodles to the pot, add chicken and a splash of broth or pasta water.
Toss until coated and heated through.
Season with salt and pepper. Top with parsley or parmesan if desired. Serve warm.