Description
This one-pan chicken with buttered noodles is a comforting and easy-to-make meal featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts served over flavorful egg noodles cooked in chicken broth and tossed with garlic butter and Parmesan. A simple and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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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
Noodles
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to ensure full flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until they are golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Simmer the Noodles: In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Add the egg noodles, making sure they are completely submerged in the broth.
- Cook the Noodles: Cover the skillet and cook the noodles for 7-8 minutes, or until al dente and most of the chicken broth has been absorbed by the noodles.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While the noodles are cooking, melt the butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the garlic butter mixture and the Parmesan cheese (if using) into the skillet with the noodles. Toss everything to combine well and coat the noodles evenly.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the cooked chicken breasts and arrange the slices on top of the buttered noodles in the skillet or on serving plates.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken breasts for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a delicious savory element.
- Use fresh parsley or dried parsley depending on availability to garnish.
- You can substitute egg noodles with any pasta of your choice, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on stove or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: one-pan chicken, buttered noodles, easy chicken dinner, skillet chicken, chicken and noodles, weeknight meal
