If you’re craving a cozy, no-fuss dinner, One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles is exactly what your weeknight needs. This comforting recipe brings together tender pan-seared chicken, buttery egg noodles, and a savory garlic broth — all made in a single skillet for easy cleanup and maximum flavor. It’s simple, family-friendly, and perfect for busy evenings when you still want something homemade and satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles
- One pan, minimal cleanup — fewer dishes, less stress
- Comfort food classic with rich butter and garlic flavor
- Ready in about 30 minutes, perfect for weeknights
- Kid-friendly and picky-eater approved
- Easily customizable with veggies or herbs you already have
This dish is proof that simple ingredients can create deeply satisfying meals without complicated steps.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s everything required to make this easy dinner recipe:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 4 tablespoons real butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
How to Make One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles
This recipe comes together smoothly in a few straightforward steps.
Step 1: Sear the Chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Garlic
Lower the heat slightly and add the minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Simmer the Noodles
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Stir in the egg noodles, making sure they’re mostly submerged. Let them simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
Step 4: Finish with Butter and Herbs
Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the remaining butter until melted and glossy. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the noodles. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and adjust seasoning as needed.
Tips & Variations
- Add vegetables: Stir in peas, spinach, or sliced carrots during the last few minutes of simmering
- Extra richness: Use an additional tablespoon of butter for ultra-creamy noodles
- Different pasta: Swap egg noodles for rotini or fettuccine if needed
- More flavor: Add a pinch of onion powder or Italian seasoning
- Juicier chicken: Chicken thighs work beautifully in this recipe
Serving Ideas & Storage
Serve this dish hot with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables on the side. Warm dinner rolls or crusty bread are perfect for soaking up the buttery broth.
Storage:
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth to loosen the noodles
Easy One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A cozy, family-friendly one-pan dinner: golden seared chicken breasts simmered with egg noodles in a savory garlic-butter broth, finished with fresh parsley. Minimal cleanup and big comfort-food flavor.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
8 oz egg noodles
4 tbsp real butter, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry; season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; melt 1 tbsp butter.
3. Sear chicken 5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
4. Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté 1 minute until fragrant (don’t brown).
5. Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil.
6. Stir in egg noodles; reduce to a simmer and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
7. Reduce heat to low; stir in remaining 3 tbsp butter until glossy.
8. Return chicken to the pan; nestle into noodles and warm through 2–3 minutes (until chicken is cooked through).
9. Sprinkle with parsley. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve warm.
Notes
Chicken thighs work great and stay extra juicy.
Add veggies: peas or spinach (stir in during the last 2 minutes), or thin carrots (add with the broth).
If noodles look dry, splash in extra broth a little at a time.
Storage: refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth.
Food safety: cook chicken to 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan / Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~520 |
| Protein | ~38g |
| Carbohydrates | ~42g |
| Fat | ~22g |
| Fiber | ~2g |
| Sodium | ~640mg |
Final Thoughts
This One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles recipe is the kind of comforting meal you’ll come back to again and again. It’s warm, filling, and incredibly easy — perfect for feeding your family without spending hours in the kitchen. Keep this one in your rotation for those nights when you want simple food that feels like a hug