Buttered Noodles & Chicken Simple and Tasty Dinner

Ingredients

• 8 oz egg noodles
• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0 to taste salt and pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 to taste red pepper flakes for heat (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
2. While the noodles cook, season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
3. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing it into strips.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and allow it to thicken, about 3-4 minutes. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Toss the cooked noodles in the garlic butter sauce, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed for the desired creaminess. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
7. Plate the creamy buttered noodles and top with the sliced chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.