Ingredients
– 8 ounces egg noodles or preferred pasta
– 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each, or 2 larger breasts cut in half horizontally)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Cooking spray or olive oil for cooking
– 1/4 cup butter (salted or unsalted)
– 2 large garlic cloves, pressed or minced
– 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
– 2 to 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (juice from about 1 to 1 1/2 lemons)
– Minced parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1-First, gather all ingredients and set up your workspace. Thinly slice the chicken breasts and mince the garlic to speed things up. Cook the pasta in a medium pot of generously salted boiling water according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2-Next, season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat with cooking spray or olive oil, then brown the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side until well-browned. Remove the chicken and let it rest while you move on.
3-Let the skillet cool slightly, then melt the butter and add the garlic, cooking until golden and fragrant for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Quickly add the chicken broth, white wine, and lemon juice, bringing it to a low simmer for a rich base.
4-Return the chicken to the pan and simmer, flipping once, until it reaches 165Β°F internally, about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing, then season the pan sauce with salt and pepper.
5-Finally, serve the sliced chicken over the cooked pasta, spoon the sauce on top, and garnish with parsley if you like. For more recipe ideas, visit our page on easy dinner ideas.
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π Use small chicken breasts or slice larger ones horizontally to cook evenly and quickly.
π§ Allow pan to cool slightly after browning chicken to prevent garlic and butter from burning.
π₯ Add liquids immediately after garlic turns golden to build flavor and avoid burning the sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: SautΓ©ing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with pasta
- Calories: 541 kcal
