Description
This One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is a quick, comforting meal made with tender chicken, buttery egg noodles, and a flavorful broth—all cooked in a single pan for easy cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Garlic
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same pan.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Cook the Noodles
- Pour in chicken broth and water, bringing to a simmer.
- Add egg noodles, stirring occasionally. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and mix with the noodles.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and additional butter if desired.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Notes
- Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm on the stove with a splash of broth to prevent drying out.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: one-pan chicken, buttered noodles, easy weeknight meal, comfort food, skillet dinner