One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles Recipe
A delicious and easy one-pan chicken recipe served over buttery egg noodles, combining tender seared chicken breasts with flavorful garlic and fresh parsley in a savory chicken broth sauce.
- 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 and Sauce
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tbsp real butter (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Chop minced garlic finely and prepare any optional vegetables you’d like to add, keeping all ingredients ready before cooking.
- Sear Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear them for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper during cooking.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Add Broth and Boil: Pour in 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil to build flavor and create the cooking liquid for the noodles.
- Cook Noodles: Stir in the egg noodles and simmer the skillet contents for 8-10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender but still al dente, absorbing the flavorful broth.
- Finish with Butter and Parsley: Remove the skillet from heat, stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to create a rich, smooth sauce. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Stir noodles occasionally to prevent sticking to the pan.
- Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels, especially if seasoning with additional salt.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright flavor and visual appeal, but can be omitted if unavailable.
- You can add vegetables like spinach or peas for added nutrition and color.
Keywords: one-pan chicken, buttered noodles, easy chicken recipe, skillet chicken dinner, garlic chicken noodles
