One-Pan Chicken with Creamy Buttered Noodles
This One-Pan Chicken with Creamy Buttered Noodles is a comforting and delicious meal made with tender pan-seared chicken, buttery egg noodles, and a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce. Everything cooks in one pan for easy cleanup, making it a perfect weeknight dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the Creamy Buttered Noodles:
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken:
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil or butter.
- Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F). Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Make the buttered noodles:
- In the same pan, melt 2 tbsp butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add the egg noodles, chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Simmer and cook:
- Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and the sauce thickens.
- Add cheese and chicken:
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Slice the cooked chicken and place it back in the pan.
- Garnish and serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired. Serve warm!
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in ¼ cup sour cream at the end.
- Swap chicken for shrimp or sausage for a different variation.
- Use rotisserie chicken for an even quicker version!