Description
Golden-seared chicken breast paired with buttery egg noodles makes this easy dinner recipe a true comfort food classic. It’s quick to prepare, uses simple ingredients, and delivers big flavor. Perfect as a hearty lunch, a satisfying weeknight dinner, or a cozy weekend meal, this dish blends crispy chicken with creamy, peppery noodles for an irresistible experience. Whether you’re looking for new dinner ideas, quick meals, or food ideas for picky eaters, this one-pan option fits right in.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless skin-on chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
For the Buttered Noodles:
8 oz egg noodles
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup reserved pasta water
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Sear chicken skin-side down for 6-7 minutes, then flip and cook another 6-8 minutes until done.
- Bring salted water to a boil and cook egg noodles until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Return noodles to the pot, add butter and pasta water. Stir until creamy and seasoned.
- Slice chicken and serve over noodles. Garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner