One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles


 There are nights when you want a homemade dinner, but the idea of using three pans, four bowls, and half the kitchen just isn't happening.

That's exactly when this One-Pan Chicken with Buttered Noodles comes to the rescue!

Tender, seasoned chicken cooks alongside buttery noodles in a savory, creamy sauce that comes together in one pan. It's cozy, filling, family-friendly, and wonderfully simple.

And the cleanup?

That's the part I really love.

One pan. One comforting dinner. Much less mess.

If you're always looking for easy recipes that don't sacrifice flavor, this is one you'll want to keep close.

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Why You'll Love This One-Pan Chicken Dinner

There are plenty of reasons this recipe deserves a spot in your regular rotation.

  • One pan means easy cleanup.
  • Uses simple ingredients you can find at almost any grocery store.
  • Tender chicken and buttery noodles make a wonderfully comforting combination.
  • The noodles cook right in the same pan, soaking up all that savory flavor.
  • It's ready without a complicated cooking process.
  • Perfect for busy weeknights.
  • Easy to customize with vegetables, herbs, or cheese.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully with a little extra broth.

Basically, it's the kind of dinner you can make when everyone is hungry and nobody wants to wait around.

What Does One-Pan Chicken With Buttered Noodles Taste Like?

This is pure comfort food.

The chicken is savory and tender, while the noodles are rich with butter and infused with the flavor of the broth and seasonings.

A little garlic and onion add depth without overpowering the dish.

The result is creamy, buttery, savory, and satisfying without being overly complicated.

And those noodles?

They soak up the cooking liquid as they simmer, which means every bite has plenty of flavor.

Ingredients You'll Need

For the Chicken

  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

For the Noodles

  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream or whole milk
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional
  • Fresh parsley, for serving

Kitchen Tools

You don't need much:

  • Large deep skillet or sauté pan with a lid
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

A large Dutch oven also works beautifully.

How to Make One-Pan Chicken With Buttered Noodles:

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