Description
This One-Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a quick weekday dinner. Tender boneless chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered with egg noodles in a luscious garlic butter cream sauce enriched with Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 45 minutes, this satisfying meal combines rich flavors and creamy textures all cooked in one skillet for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
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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, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and thoroughly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet with the remaining oil and chicken drippings, add the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook Noodles: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the egg noodles and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and have absorbed flavors from the sauce.
- Finish Sauce: Stir in the butter and grated Parmesan cheese into the noodle mixture. Continue stirring until the butter melts completely and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Add Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken breasts or return them whole to the skillet, nestling them into the noodles and sauce. Allow to simmer together for 2 to 3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Garnish the completed dish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately while warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the chicken is cooked through but not overcooked to keep it moist and tender.
- Feel free to use gluten-free noodles to adapt this recipe if needed.
- If you prefer a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk; however, the sauce will be less rich.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese enhances the flavor significantly compared to pre-grated brands.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
