Chicken with Buttered Noodles

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep and Cook the Chicken

   • Season chicken with salt and pepper.

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté the Mushrooms

   • In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter.

   • Add mushrooms and cook 5 minutes until browned and tender.

3. Build the Sauce

   • Stir in garlic, thyme, and oregano; cook 1 minute.

   • Pour in broth, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer 5 minutes.

4. Finish the Sauce

   • Stir in cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

   • Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over, and warm through.

5. Cook the Noodles

   • While sauce cooks, boil egg noodles in salted water until al dente.

   • Drain and toss with 3 tbsp butter.

6. Serve

   • Plate noodles, top with chicken, and spoon creamy mushroom sauce over.

   • Garnish with parsley and Parmesan.

Helpful Tips

• Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking.

• Don’t skip deglazing: scraping the pan when you add broth builds flavor.

• Too thick? Add a splash of broth or pasta water to loosen the sauce.

• Not a mushroom fan? Swap in spinach at the end for a lighter twist.

What to Serve With Chicken and Buttered Noodles

This dish is filling on its own, but a couple of sides make it extra special:

• Steamed green beans or asparagus

• A crisp Caesar or arugula salad

• Garlic bread or warm rolls

Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.

• Reheat: Warm gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream to revive the sauce.

• Freezing: Not recommended — the cream sauce may separate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes! Boneless thighs work wonderfully and stay extra juicy.

Can I make this lighter?
Swap heavy cream for half-and-half, and use less butter in the noodles.

Can I make it ahead?
The sauce is best fresh, but you can cook the chicken and noodles ahead, then reheat with the sauce right before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving, 4 servings)

• Calories: ~610

• Protein: 45g

• Carbs: 40g

• Fat: 29g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 4g

Final Thoughts

This Chicken with Buttered Noodles is the kind of recipe that proves comfort doesn’t have to be complicated. Golden chicken, buttery noodles, and a creamy mushroom sauce that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing — what more could you ask for? It’s a dish you’ll want on repeat, whether it’s Sunday supper or a Tuesday night when life feels busy.