Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles Made Easy

This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles combines simplicity and flavor, creating a nourishing one-pan dinner the whole family will love.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Substitute with tofu for a vegetarian option.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use vegetable oil if preferred.
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with more olive oil for dairy-free.
4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is ideal; garlic powder can work too.
1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half or plant-based cream can lighten it up.
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Oregano or basil can be substituted.
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For the Noodles

8 ounces Wide Egg Noodles Use gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.

For Garnish

1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a vegan alternative.
to taste Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

Deep skillet

Method

Cooking Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
Lower heat and add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Melt and then add 4 cloves of minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and 1 cup of heavy cream. Add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add 8 ounces of wide egg noodles, pressing gently into the liquid. Boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until noodles are tender.
Return the chicken to the skillet and stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable with vegetables or different proteins. Perfect for family dinners.

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