Season & Sear Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil or butter in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning until golden-brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside. 🍗
Sauté Garlic: Reduce skillet heat to medium. Add 3 tbsp butter to the pan and let it melt. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. 🧄🧈
Simmer Liquids & Noodles: Pour in 2.5 cups chicken broth and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Bring the liquid to a gentle boil, then add 8 oz uncooked wide egg noodles. Stir well so the noodles are submerged. 🍝🥣
Cook the Noodles: Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and the liquid has thickened into a glossy sauce. ⏲️
Combine & Melt Cheese: Stir in 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Return the seared chicken and any accumulated juices back into the skillet, tossing gently until everything is hot and coated in sauce! 🧀🍗
Garnish & Serve: Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and extra cracked black pepper. Serve piping hot right out of the skillet! 🍽️✨
