One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles: Comfort in Every Bite

One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is a cozy dish that offers delicious comfort, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Comfort Food

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless for quicker cooking or bone-in for added flavor.

For the Noodles

8 ounces Egg Noodles Whole wheat variants offer a health boost.
4 tablespoons Butter Olive oil is a lighter alternative.

For the Flavors

2 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium options keep it heart-healthy.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for robust flavor.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped; optional but encouraged.

Equipment

Large skillet or sauté pan

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, chop garlic, and prepare any additional vegetables you desire.
Sear Chicken: Heat skillet with butter, season chicken with salt and pepper, and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour Broth: Add chicken broth, scrape browned bits, increase heat to gentle boil, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Cook Noodles: Add egg noodles to boiling broth, simmer for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
Combine & Finish: Remove from heat, stir in remaining butter, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with this recipe by substituting chicken with chickpeas or tofu to suit dietary preferences.

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