Description

This wholesome One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles recipe offers a comforting meal with tender, seasoned chicken breasts served atop buttery egg noodles infused with garlic and Parmesan. A quick and easy skillet dish perfect for weeknight dinners, combining rich flavors with simple ingredients all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Noodles & Sauce

4 cups chicken broth
8 ounces egg noodles
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Garnish

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry then season both sides evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to build the base flavor.
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Simmer Noodles: In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add egg noodles making sure they are fully submerged in the broth.
Cook Noodles: Cover the skillet and cook noodles for 7-8 minutes, or until they are al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Sauté Garlic Butter: While noodles cook, melt butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Combine Sauce and Noodles: Once noodles are ready, add the garlic butter and Parmesan cheese (if using) to the skillet. Stir gently to combine all ingredients well.
Slice and Top Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken breasts and arrange the slices on top of the buttery noodles.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Notes

You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
Parmesan cheese adds a nice savory touch but can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
Using pre-minced garlic can save time but fresh garlic gives the best flavor.
Make sure noodles are fully submerged during cooking to cook evenly.
Feel free to add steamed vegetables like broccoli or peas for added nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: one-pan chicken, buttered noodles, easy chicken recipe, skillet meal, comfort food, weeknight dinner