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When my family wants pure comfort food, I whip up my Buttered Noodles with Chicken. The way soft pasta coats itself in buttery goodness next to well-seasoned chicken creates something downright wonderful. This meal has saved many hectic evenings in my home and never fails to bring happy faces around my dinner table.
Simple Cooking's Wonder
Through countless times making this dish, I've found that basic ingredients handled properly make incredible flavors. The buttery coating turns into something special while the seasoned chicken gives just enough substance. This has become the food everyone asks for when I'm cooking for my children or having friends over.
Your Ingredients List
- Pasta: Small shells are perfect as they grab every bit of that butter coating.
- Seasonings: The right mix of paprika, salt, onion powder and pepper makes the chicken taste amazing.
- Chicken: I prefer boneless skinless breasts though thighs give you a juicier result.
- Butter Sauce: Real parmesan, fresh garlic and good salted butter work together beautifully.
- Chicken Bouillon: This gives amazing flavor to both the sauce and noodles.
- Parmesan Cheese: I always grate it fresh since it melts so much better.
Cooking Steps
- Time to Serve
- Place your golden chicken on top of those glossy noodles and watch everyone hurry to the table.
- Bring It Together
- Mix the hot pasta into your sauce until each piece shines then sprinkle with parmesan.
- Create That Sauce
- Using the same pan, melt your butter, cook garlic and make that rich sauce with a bit of pasta water.
- Season Your Chicken
- Cover your chicken with those spices then cook until golden outside and juicy inside.
- Start With Perfect Pasta
- Boil your noodles in water with salt and a bit of bouillon. Don't forget to keep some cooking water before draining.
Change Up Your Meat
I often switch to plump shrimp or thin slices of beef for something different. My friends who don't eat meat love it with crunchy tofu, and sometimes I throw in bacon for special dinners. That amazing butter sauce works with any protein you pick.
Storing Leftovers
I keep my leftover noodles and chicken in different containers and they stay good for a few days. When I warm it up, I add a small pat of butter or splash of water to make the sauce creamy again and heat the chicken slowly so it stays moist.
Pasta Water Magic
That cooking water from the pasta works wonders in my kitchen. Just a little bit creates the creamiest sauce that sticks to every noodle. It's surprising how such a basic trick makes such a big difference in how the final dish turns out.
Round Out Your Dinner
We pair this with basic oven-roasted veggies or a crisp green salad. Sometimes I'll throw together some quick garlic toast to soak up all that sauce. There are so many ways to serve it, but they're all tasty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I swap out the pasta shape?
- Sure! Smaller shapes like bowties, rotini, or shells work well. Just cook them to your preferred doneness.
- → Why keep the pasta water back?
- The starch in it creates a smooth sauce that clings to the pasta. Add small amounts until the texture's right.
- → Is chicken thighs a good substitute?
- Definitely! Thighs stay juicy and are perfect here. Dice them to size and cook until tender.
- → How long are leftovers good?
- Pop leftovers into a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Add a water splash when reheating to freshen it.
- → What sides go well here?
- Try steamed greens or a crispy salad. Crusty bread is also great for soaking up the rich sauce.