Chicken Buttered Noodles – Simple, Comforting & Kid-Friendly
Tender egg noodles tossed with shredded chicken and melted butter for a quick, comforting, and family-friendly meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 12 oz egg noodles (or pasta of choice)
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 4–6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: garlic powder, parsley, Parmesan
Instructions
- Cook noodles until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Melt butter in a large skillet. Add chicken, salt, pepper, and any seasonings.
- Warm chicken through, then toss in cooked noodles.
- Stir until evenly coated. Add pasta water as needed to loosen.
- Serve hot, topped with herbs or cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie or leftover chicken for convenience.
- Add veggies like peas or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Adjust butter and seasoning to taste.