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One-Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles


  • Author: Diana Carrozza
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Description

If you’re looking for a quick, comforting, and flavor-packed dinner, this One-Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles is the perfect dish to add to your rotation. This recipe combines tender seared chicken breasts with a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce infused with Parmesan cheese. Egg noodles cook directly in the sauce, soaking up all the buttery goodness, making this a one-pan meal that saves time and cleanup.

This dish is ideal for weeknights when you need something hearty, yet simple enough to pull together without much fuss. It’s a family-friendly dinner, appealing to both kids and adults, and pairs beautifully with a side salad or roasted vegetables. With minimal prep and a streamlined cooking process, it’s easy to see why this recipe is destined to become a household favorite.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

For the Sauce & Noodles:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Season and Sear the Chicken

  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Heat a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add olive oil to the pan, swirling to coat.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until they are golden brown and develop a crisp, flavorful crust.
  • Once seared, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 2: Start the Sauce

  • In the same skillet (do not wipe it out — the browned bits left behind add flavor), reduce heat to medium.
  • Add butter and allow it to melt.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).

Step 3: Build the Creamy Base

  • Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to combine the liquids and deglaze the pan (scrape up any flavorful bits stuck to the bottom).
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in the egg noodles, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
  • Cover the skillet with a lid and let the noodles cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 4: Thicken and Flavor the Sauce

  • If the sauce seems too thin after the noodles have cooked, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl.
  • Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet while stirring to thicken the sauce to your desired consistency.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese and black pepper, ensuring the cheese melts completely into the sauce.

Step 5: Return Chicken to Pan

  • Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy egg noodles.
  • Spoon some sauce over the top of each piece of chicken.
  • Let the chicken cook in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to reheat and absorb some of the rich, garlicky flavors.

Notes

  • Don’t Overcook the Chicken: To keep the chicken juicy, avoid overcooking during the initial searing process. It will finish cooking in the sauce, absorbing flavor and staying tender.
  • One-Pan Trick: Make sure the skillet is large enough to hold all the ingredients comfortably. An oven-safe deep skillet allows you to pop the dish under the broiler if you want a cheesy crust on top.
  • Sauce Thickness: If the sauce thickens too much while sitting, add a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen it up before serving.
  • Even Cooking: If your chicken breasts are thick, consider slicing them horizontally into cutlets to ensure even cooking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~600 calories
  • Sugar: ~2g
  • Sodium: ~800mg
  • Fat: ~28g
  • Saturated Fat: ~12g
  • Carbohydrates: ~45g
  • Fiber: ~2g
  • Protein: ~45g
  • Cholesterol: ~155mg