One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles
One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners. This easy recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered with rich egg noodles in a buttery garlic sauce, making every bite a delightful experience. Whether for a family gathering or a weeknight meal, this dish brings warmth and satisfaction to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add egg noodles, ensuring they are submerged.
- Once noodles are tender (about 5 minutes), return the chicken to the skillet to combine with the noodles.
- Stir in remaining butter and chopped parsley until everything is coated in the buttery sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 523
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 602mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand. Swap out chicken for shrimp or add seasonal veggies like spinach or asparagus for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.