One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles: Comfort Made Easy

One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is a quick and comforting dish that delivers deep flavors and minimal cleanup.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 10

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts Substitution: Thighs for juicier meat.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing chicken.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Butter Essential for richness in the sauce; substitute with margarine for dairy-free.
1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for lighter version.
½ cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian variant.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best for flavor.
to taste Salt Adjust to personal taste.
to taste Pepper Adjust to personal taste.

For the Noodles

8 ounces Egg Noodles Gluten-free pasta varieties are a great substitute.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season the boneless chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder or paprika. Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
With the chicken set aside, add chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet, scrape up any browned bits, and add egg noodles. Cook for 8-10 minutes.
Reduce heat to low, stir in butter and Parmesan cheese, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Return seared chicken to the skillet, warm together for 2-3 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with extra veggies or spices. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

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