Description
One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings warmth to any dinner table. Juicy chicken breasts are sautéed to golden perfection, then paired with egg noodles drenched in rich butter and aromatic garlic. This simple yet satisfying meal is perfect for busy weeknights, ensuring minimal cleanup while delivering maximum flavor that will please the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Chop garlic finely and season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter until bubbly. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add garlic & broth: Stir in minced garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds before adding chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
- Cook the noodles: Toss in egg noodles along with additional broth if necessary, stirring well. Cover and simmer for approximately 8-10 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Finish with butter & herbs: Stir in remaining butter and dried herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot: Transfer to plates or bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg