Description
A comforting and easy one-pan chicken recipe served with creamy buttered egg noodles. Tender seared chicken breasts are cooked and then combined with garlic-infused creamy sauce and tender egg noodles, all prepared in a single skillet for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Sauce and Noodles
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce and Noodles: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Noodles: Add the egg noodles to the simmering sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and have absorbed much of the liquid.
- Combine and Finish: Stir in the butter and grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the noodles. Heat through for a couple of minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful one-pan meal.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor and adjust amount to taste.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter version but sauce may be less creamy.
- Make sure the noodles are submerged for even cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For a dairy-free adaptation, omit butter and Parmesan and substitute cream with coconut milk.
