Easy Skillet Chicken with Buttered Noodles

Name: Easy Skillet Chicken with Buttered Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound); 8 oz egg noodles; 4 tbsp butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup chicken broth; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh or dried parsley for garnish

So, you’re staring blankly into your fridge, wondering what to whip up for dinner tonight? Yep, we’ve all been there. But fear not, my kitchen-loving amigo! Today, I’m about to share a recipe so simple and delightful that it might just become your new weeknight go-to. Say hello to Easy Skillet Chicken with Buttered Noodles!

You don’t need to be a gourmet chef or have culinary school training to nail this dish. In fact, if you can boil water and turn on a skillet, you’re already halfway there! 🥳 Let’s jump in!

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What Makes This Recipe a Winner?

Let’s be real—life can get busy. Between work, family, and the occasional Netflix binge, finding time to cook a complicated meal isn’t always feasible. Here’s why this Easy Skillet Chicken with Buttered Noodles is a total lifesaver:

Quick Preparation: You can whip this up in under 30 minutes. No more "I’m starving" grumbling for long!
Minimal Ingredients: With just a handful of staples, you’re never left wondering about some obscure spice you don’t have.
One-Pan Wonder: Less mess means more time relaxing and, let’s be honest, eating your delicious creation.

Gather Your Ingredients

Before we dive into the cooking specifics, let’s make sure you have everything you’ll need on hand. You don’t want to get caught mid-cook realizing you’re missing the most essential ingredient—like that one time I forgot the chicken (facepalm).

You’ll need:

Chicken breasts (2) – about a pound, boneless and skinless
Egg noodles (8 oz) – because what’s buttered noodles without the noodles?
Butter (4 tbsp) – because, duh, butter makes everything better.
Garlic (2 cloves) – freshly minced if you can, but I won’t judge your jarred garlic decisions.
Chicken broth (1 cup) – for a flavor boost!
Salt and pepper – to taste (because we need some drama in this relationship).
Parsley (fresh or dried) – to sprinkle on top for that “I actually know what I’m doing” look.

Cooking Up a Storm

Are you ready to channel your inner chef? I promise this part is easy-peasy. Let’s break it down step-by-step, so you don’t accidentally forget to turn on the stove. 😉

Step 1: Cook the Noodles

Start by boiling a pot of salted water. Once it’s rolling, toss in those egg noodles. Cook them according to the package instructions (usually around 8-10 minutes). Drain them, toss them in a little bit of butter, and set them aside. Easy peasy!

Step 2: Sauté the Chicken

While the noodles are getting their spa treatment, grab your skillet and heat it over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and then—drumroll, please—add the chicken breasts. Season them with salt and pepper.

Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and cooked through. (Fun fact: the chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Cooking tip of the day, folks!) 😅

Step 3: Add Flavor

Now that your chicken is perfectly cooked, remove it from the skillet and place it on a plate to rest (because yes, just like us, chicken likes a little “me time”). In the same skillet, throw in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until it starts to get fragrant.

Next up, add the chicken broth and let it simmer for a minute or two, scraping the brown bits off the bottom of the skillet. Those are called “flavor crystals,” and honestly? They’re the best part!

Step 4: Bring It All Together

Toss the chicken back in the skillet, along with the buttered noodles. Mix everything together and sprinkle on that parsley. Few things in cooking are as satisfying as tossing delicious food in a pan, am I right?

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Plate it up and dig in! You’ve just made Easy Skillet Chicken with Buttered Noodles! Don’t you feel like the master chef of your own kitchen? 🥳

Customizing Your Dish

Sometimes it’s fun to add your own flare. Here are some possible twists to this recipe if you’re feeling adventurous:

Veggie Boost: Add broccoli, spinach, or peas to the noodles during the last few minutes of cooking to sneak in some greens.
Saucy Affair: If you love sauces, stir in some heavy cream at the end for Alfredo vibes or toss in some marinara sauce for an Italian twist.
Spicy Kick: Love some heat? A pinch of red pepper flakes can spice things up nicely.

Final Thoughts

And there you have it—Easy Skillet Chicken with Buttered Noodles! This dish is all about simplicity, flavor, and making your weeknight dinner a breeze. I mean, who wouldn’t want a one-pan meal that practically cooks itself?

If you give this a shot (and I really think you should!), please come back and let me know how it goes. Did you add any twists of your own? Did the family devour it or did someone make “that face”? 😏

Cooking should be fun, informal, and a little messy. Don’t stress the small stuff; you’re just feeding yourself and probably your friends or family. After all, if cooking were supposed to be perfect, we probably wouldn’t have the option of “takeout,” right? Enjoy, and happy cooking!