2026’s Best Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe – Simple, Creamy & Delicious

If you’ve ever watched my viral cooking videos, you might have seen my very first hit: buttered noodles. There’s a good reason it went viral—it’s simple, creamy, and loved by kids and adults alike. Today, I’m sharing my garlic butter noodles recipe, so you can make this comfort pasta at home.

Ingredients

You don’t need precise measurements—just follow your taste buds!

• Linguine (or any pasta you love)
  
• 1 stick of butter
  
• Minced garlic (to taste)
  
• Sea salt
  
• Chicken bouillon (optional, for extra flavor)
  
• Parmesan cheese (grated, as much as you like)
  
• Fresh parsley
  
• Black pepper
  
• Garlic and herb seasoning (I use Brit’s Cooking Garlic and Herb)
  

How to Make Garlic Butter Noodles

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

Bring a pot of water to a boil and season it with sea salt and a pinch of chicken bouillon. Cook your linguine according to the package instructions. Before draining, save about 1 cup of pasta water—this is the secret to a creamy, silky sauce.

Step 2: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

In a large pan, melt one stick of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in the reserved pasta water and toss in the cooked linguine.

Step 3: Add Cheese and Seasonings

Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese gradually until the sauce is creamy. Add Brit’s Cooking Garlic and Herb, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix everything together. Don’t worry if it looks watery at first—it will thicken beautifully.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

Serve the noodles hot. My kids love them with chicken nuggets or rotisserie chicken, and you can top with extra Parmesan for extra flavor.

Tips for Perfect Garlic Butter Noodles

1. Reserve pasta water – It makes the sauce creamy and helps it cling to noodles.
   
2. Season to taste – Don’t skimp on Parmesan or herbs.
   
3. Use fresh parsley – Adds color and freshness.
   
4. Serve immediately – Garlic butter noodles are best enjoyed warm.
   

Why This Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe is a Family Favorite

During the summer, my kids ask for this almost every day. It’s quick, comforting, and packed with flavor. This recipe is versatile—you can serve it alone or pair it with chicken, shrimp, or vegetables. Its creamy, cheesy goodness is what made my first buttered noodles video go viral, and it’s just as delicious today.

If you’re looking for another comforting meal to pair with this dish, try my classic chicken noodle soup—it’s warm, hearty, and perfect alongside these garlic butter noodles.

Final Thoughts

This garlic butter noodles recipe proves that simple dishes can be extraordinary. With just butter, garlic, Parmesan, and a little seasoning, you can make a meal that’s satisfying, quick, and loved by the whole family. Don’t be afraid to experiment—extra herbs, cheese, or protein can take this dish to the next level.

If you’ve been here since my first viral buttered noodles video, you know why this recipe is special. Try it today, and you’ll see why it has captured so many hearts.

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