A no-fuss recipe with buttery noodles and tender chicken tossed in a light, savory sauce. Great for weeknights or family meals.
12 oz egg noodles
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, diced
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
¼ cup grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Cook noodles in salted boiling water. Reserve ½ cup of the water and drain.
Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan.
Add remaining butter. Sauté garlic if using, then stir in broth and simmer for 3 minutes.
Add noodles and chicken back to the pan. Toss everything together. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
Stir in parmesan, season to taste, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.