Description
One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is the perfect solution for busy weeknights, merging convenience with comfort. In just about 30 minutes, you can create a delightful dish featuring succulent chicken breasts paired with rich, buttery egg noodles. This savory meal is not only quick to prepare but also requires minimal cleanup, making it ideal for families and entertaining guests alike. With its garlic-infused flavors and creamy texture, this one-skillet wonder will soon become a favorite on your dinner table. Customize it easily by adding seasonal vegetables or swapping proteins to suit your taste!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add chicken broth to the same skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir in egg noodles, ensuring they are submerged in the broth.
- Cover and cook for 7-8 minutes until noodles are al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Combine cooked noodles with the garlic butter sauce; toss gently to mix well.
- Slice the chicken breasts and serve on top of the noodles; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. For extra creaminess, stir in some grated Parmesan cheese before serving.