Description
Chicken with buttered noodles is a classic comfort dish that never fails to satisfy. This hearty meal combines tender chicken with flavorful noodles coated in a rich, buttery sauce. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Let’s dive into how to make this delicious dish!
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, pat dry with a paper towel, cubed
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Pasta
- 8 ounces small pasta shells
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder
Garlic Butter Sauce
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) salted butter
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- ¼ cup (25 g) parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish (optional)
- parsley, for garnish
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Chicken
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In a medium bowl, mix together the onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss the chicken cubes in the seasoning mix, coating all sides.
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To a medium skillet over medium heat, add oil. Once hot, place the seasoned chicken cubes into the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through. Chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the pan and tent to keep warm.
Noodles
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Fill a large pot halfway with water. Add salt and bring to a boil. Add bouillon powder and small pasta shells and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
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Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set noodles aside while you prepare the garlic butter sauce.
Garlic Butter Sauce
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In the same pot you used to make the noodles, melt the butter and chicken bouillon powder. Stir to mix together. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
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Add ½ cup of the reserved pasta water and stir to combine.
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Add noodles and parmesan to the pot, tossing to combine. Add more pasta water, a little at a time, if needed, until the buttered noodles reach your desired consistency.
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Plate the noodles and serve topped with chicken.
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Top with parsley and additional parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 people
- Calories: 568kcal