Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles
A comforting dish of seared chicken breasts in a rich garlic butter and Parmesan cream sauce served over egg noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30–60 seconds.
- Brown the chicken breasts, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes per side until golden.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it into strips or bite-sized pieces.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked egg noodles and sliced chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Experiment with adding herbs for additional freshness.