One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles Recipe
A simple and comforting one-pan chicken and buttered noodles recipe featuring seared chicken breasts cooked in a savory garlic chicken broth with tender egg noodles, finished with fresh parsley and butter for a rich, flavorful dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp real butter (for searing)
Noodles & Broth
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tbsp real butter (for finishing)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Chop the garlic finely and prepare any additional vegetables you wish to add, although none are specified here. Set the ingredients aside for quick access during cooking.
- Sear Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted and hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook each side for about 5 minutes or until golden brown and nicely seared. Season with salt and pepper as desired during this process.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken and sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour in 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. This will help deglaze the pan and incorporate all the flavorful bits from the chicken.
- Cook Noodles: Stir in the egg noodles, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 8-10 minutes until the noodles are tender but still slightly firm (al dente), stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter until melted and creamy. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a fresh and bright touch before serving immediately.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- If desired, add vegetables like spinach or peas during the last few minutes of noodle cooking for extra nutrition.
- Use low-sodium broth to control salt content and adjust seasoning as needed at the end.
- Butter adds richness, but it can be reduced or substituted with olive oil for a lighter option.
Keywords: one-pan chicken, buttered noodles, garlic chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, skillet recipe
