One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles

Creamy Garlic Chicken & Buttered Egg Noodles (Easy One-Pan Dinner)

This is a quick, comforting, and super creamy meal made in just one pan. Perfect for busy nights when you want something delicious without spending hours cooking. Tender chicken, rich creamy sauce, and buttery noodles all come together in one dish

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
8 oz egg noodles
3 tbsp butter

Optional:

Salt and black pepper
Chopped parsley for garnish
Grated parmesan cheese for extra flavor

Instructions:

Cook the chicken

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken and cook for about 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Tip: Don’t rush this step—browning the chicken adds extra flavor to the sauce.

Build the garlic base

In the same pan (don’t clean it), add the minced garlic.
Sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.

Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Make the creamy sauce

Pour in the chicken broth and stir well, scraping up all the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the heavy cream and mix until smooth and creamy.

Cook the noodles

Add the egg noodles directly into the pan (no need to pre-boil).
Let them simmer over medium heat for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The noodles will absorb the sauce and become soft and creamy.

If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of water or extra broth.

Add chicken and butter

Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the pan.
Add the butter and stir until fully melted.
Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes so the flavors combine.

Serve

Turn off the heat and let it rest for a minute.
Serve warm and creamy straight from the pan.
Garnish with parsley or parmesan if desired.

Final Result:

A rich, comforting one-pan meal with:

Juicy golden chicken
Creamy garlic sauce
Soft buttery noodles

Tips:

You can replace heavy cream with milk + a little cheese for a lighter version.
Add vegetables like mushrooms, peas, or spinach for extra nutrition.
For a spicy version, add chili flakes or paprika