Introduction
Just add chicken, noodles, and a few vegetables into a skillet and you have a wholesome, satisfying meal ready in no time. With the combination of chicken, noodles, and vegetables cooked in sauce and served in a single pot, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights, when it is difficult to set aside some time to cook. Not only is this dish easy to prepare but it also has exquisite flavor and can be altered to fit the ingredients you find at home. It’s a dish that is surely going to win the hearts of your family, if it hasn’t already.
A Well-Balanced Meal
As for nutrition, do remember that you are getting quite the variety. The chicken provides lean protein, the noodles offer a comforting base, and vegetables will add vitamins and minerals in the form of variety to texture. Not only are broccoli, peppers, carrots and zucchini tasty but they will make your meal a whole lot healthier. It’s a well-rounded dish that ensures nutrition and deliciousness are served in a balanced ratio.
Cooking in One Pan
There are a few edges that come with this pan dish, the only one which carries the most leverage is the fact that it can be cooked using a single pan. Such cooking styles decrease the time needed for clean-up as there is reduced need for several pans and pots. The process begins with chicken being cooked in a low temperature along with mushrooms, then vegetables and noodles are tendered in rich, thick gravy. Such a dish carries a flavor that is delicate and can be prepared with minimal effort, making it a great snack for anyone who seeks taste with minimal work.
Versatility and Customization
Due to the not-so-easy nature of the dish, it can be made to fit your wish in regards to type of skewed dish it has, i.e. This recipe is apt for you whether you want a particular type of vegetables or require a certain type of noodles. Using differing flavors can completely change the essence of the dish giving it an entirely new twist and appeal. The fact that Noodles can be made to fit various wrapping styles makes this dish not only easy to make but also versatile.
Ingredients
For the Skillet Dish:
2 tablespoons of oil extracted from olives
Two pieces each weighing 6 oz of skinless and boneless chicken breast, diced.
One teaspoon of salt (to taste, two times).
1/2 tsp of black pepper (two times).
1 tsp of paprika.
1/2 tsp of garlic powder.
8 oz of egg noodles or any pasta of choice.
Two cups of chicken stock.
Two cups of water.
One cup of cream (for a light version milk can be used).
One cup of shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar or a mix).
Vegetables:
A cup of broccoli floret.
One cup sliced carrots.
One half cup diced bell peppers of any color.
One half cup frozen peas (optional)
Optional Garnish:
Fresh parsley chopped.
Parmesan cheese finely grated.
Instructions
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