Oh yes, this is a classic weeknight winner—juicy chicken, rich buttery noodles, and zero extra pans 🍗🍝✨
Here’s a full one-pan recipe that keeps cleanup super easy:
One-Pan Chicken with Creamy Buttered Noodles
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the noodles & sauce:
- 8 oz egg noodles or any pasta
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken
Rub chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. - Sear chicken
Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown (doesn’t need to be fully cooked yet). Remove and set aside. - Cook noodles in the pan
In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
Add broth + noodles, stir, and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook 8–10 minutes until noodles are almost tender. - Add chicken back & cream
Place chicken on top of noodles. Pour in cream and butter, cover, and simmer 5–7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and noodles are tender. - Finish with cheese & garnish
Stir in Parmesan. Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle parsley on top. - Serve
Everything comes out creamy, buttery, and perfect—no extra pots needed.
Pro Tips
- Use chicken thighs for extra juicy flavor
- Add frozen peas, mushrooms, or spinach in the last 5 minutes for a veggie boost
- For extra cheesy noodles, sprinkle mozzarella on top and broil 1–2 minutes
If you want, I can make a “quick 20-minute version” that’s even faster without sacrificing creaminess 😄
Do you want me to do that?
