Description
This One-Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles is a comforting and easy-to-make dinner that combines tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection, creamy garlic sauce, and soft egg noodles all in one skillet. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that requires minimal cleanup while delivering rich, savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta and Sauce
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant but not browned, infusing the base flavor for the sauce.
- Cook Noodles: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the egg noodles, stirring gently to combine. Cook the noodles for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become tender and absorb some of the creamy sauce.
- Finish Sauce: Stir the butter and grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet until both ingredients have melted completely and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add Chicken: Either slice the cooked chicken breasts or return them whole to the skillet. Let everything simmer together for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the chicken to heat through and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts with garlic powder and Italian herbs before cooking.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the dish’s saltiness.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, though it may be less rich.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave to avoid overcooking the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
