Description
This savory one-pan chicken and creamy buttered noodles recipe is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken, rich buttery sauce, and tender noodles come together in a single pan for an easy, flavorful meal. Ready in just 35 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 4 chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season and Sear the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic to the pan, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Noodles: Stir in the egg noodles, ensuring they are fully submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook until the noodles are tender, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish the Sauce: Reduce the heat and stir in butter and Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Return the Chicken: Place the seared chicken back into the pan, nestling it into the noodles. Let it heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use shrimp, turkey, or tofu for a different take on this dish.
- Vegetable Additions: Stir in spinach, mushrooms, or peas for extra nutrition.
- Lighter Version: Substitute half-and-half or milk for heavy cream to reduce the richness.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles instead of egg noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: one-pan chicken recipe, creamy buttered noodles, easy chicken dinner, comfort food recipe, weeknight meal