One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles – A 30-Minute Creamy Comfort Classic
One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is a simple, comforting skillet meal featuring tender chicken breasts served over buttery garlic egg noodles in a rich broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken 5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic and sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add egg noodles and simmer 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Return chicken to skillet and cook until fully done.
- Stir in remaining butter until melted and glossy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Add a splash of cream for a richer sauce.
- Use thighs for more juicy chicken.
- Stir noodles occasionally to prevent sticking.