One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles Recipe
This One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is a simple yet delicious meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are cooked to golden perfection and served atop tender egg noodles simmered in flavorful chicken broth. Enhanced with garlic butter and optional Parmesan cheese, this recipe combines ease and comfort in a satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the 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
For the Noodles
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces egg noodles
For the Buttered Garlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to infuse 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 on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Simmer the noodles: In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Add the egg noodles, making sure they are completely submerged in the broth for even cooking.
- Cook the noodles: Cover the skillet and cook the noodles for 7-8 minutes or until they are al dente and most of the broth has been absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Prepare garlic butter: While the noodles cook, melt the butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and golden.
- Combine butter and noodles: Once the noodles are cooked, add the garlic butter mixture to the skillet. Stir in the Parmesan cheese if using, and toss everything together to coat the noodles thoroughly.
- Assemble and serve: Slice the cooked chicken breasts and arrange them over the buttered noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier option.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the chicken.
- If you prefer a creamier noodle dish, stir in a splash of cream or milk with the butter and garlic.
- Use gluten-free egg noodles to make this recipe gluten free.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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