Description
A creamy and comforting one-pan chicken noodles recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich garlic-infused sauce with egg noodles, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Cooking Liquids and Dairy
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pasta and Garnish
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook them for about 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.
- Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté it for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Prepare the sauce base: Pour the chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet with the garlic and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the noodles: Add the egg noodles to the simmering liquid, cover the skillet, and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the noodles are tender and have absorbed some of the sauce.
- Finish the dish: Stir in the butter and grated Parmesan cheese until they melt smoothly into the sauce. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the pan to warm through in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish before serving for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, but the sauce will be less rich.
- For extra flavor, consider adding Italian seasoning or crushed red pepper flakes when sautéing garlic.
- Make sure not to overcook the noodles to avoid them becoming mushy.
- Parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty flavor—use freshly grated for the best taste.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
