Chicken with Buttered Noodles: A Comforting Classic

Step 1

Prepare the ChickenIn a bowl, combine onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss chicken cubes in the seasoning until evenly coated.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

Cook the NoodlesBring a large pot of water to a boil. Add kosher salt and chicken bouillon powder.

Step 4

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the noodles.

Step 5

Prepare the Garlic Butter SauceUsing the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in chicken bouillon powder and minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add ½ cup of reserved pasta water and stir until the sauce is smooth.

Step 7

Combine and ServeToss the noodles in the garlic butter sauce. Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix until evenly coated. Adjust consistency with additional pasta water if needed.

Step 8

Serve noodles topped with the cooked chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.