Go Back
One-pan chicken served with buttered noodles on a plate

One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles

A simple skillet meal that combines tender seared chicken with creamy buttered egg noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts For even cooking and quick sear.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Simple seasoning to enhance flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Adds mild heat and depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning A dried herb mix for savory notes.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For browning and a rich noodle sauce.
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Provides aromatic flavor when sautéed.
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Egg noodles Cook quickly and soak up the sauce.
  • 4 cups Water Used to cook the noodles in the skillet.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Stirred in for a creamy finish.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Optional garnish for color and freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat chicken dry and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let sit briefly.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
Cooking
  1. Sear chicken until golden on both sides and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
  2. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about one minute until fragrant, stirring to avoid burning.
  3. Pour in egg noodles and just enough water to cover them. Increase heat and bring to a boil.
  4. Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and simmer until noodles are soft and liquid is mostly absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese, return the chicken to the skillet, and heat through. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For optimal texture, pat the chicken dry before cooking, use medium heat to prevent burning, and cover while simmering.