Juicy chicken breast cooked in a silky garlic-butter sauce with tender egg noodles—comfort in one skillet!
Prep Time: 10 minutes · Cook Time: 25 minutes · Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Dietary Tags: One-Pan Meal · Family-Friendly · W-W Adaptable
âś… Ingredients Checklist
Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
Creamy Sauce & Noodles
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
1 cup heavy cream (or swap for light cream/milk)
8 oz egg noodles (or W-W-friendly alternative)
ÂĽ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional for thickening)
To Garnish
Fresh parsley, chopped
Extra Parmesan, optional
🥄 Quick Recipe Steps
Sear chicken: Season, then brown in olive oil, about 6–7 min per side.
Make sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, then add broth and cream.
Cook noodles: Add egg noodles, simmer covered for 8–10 min.
Thicken & cheese: Add cornstarch mixture (if needed), Parmesan, and pepper.
Combine: Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over, cook 2–3 min.
Serve: Garnish with parsley and extra cheese.
I. Why This Works
Everything hits in one skillet—minimal cleanup with major flavor payoff. Garlic, butter, creamy noodles, and juicy chicken create a satisfying, hug-in-a-bowl meal that the whole family loves. W-W points come down easily with simple swaps!
II. Detailed Guide
Step 1: Sear the Chicken
Season the breasts well with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Sear on medium-high heat in a large skillet with olive oil until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
Step 2: Build the Sauce
Lower heat; melt butter and lightly sauté garlic until fragrant—just 30 seconds.
Add chicken broth and cream, stirring gently to combine.
Step 3: Cook the Noodles
Bring to a gentle simmer, then nestle in the egg noodles.
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8–10 minutes until noodles are tender.
Step 4: Thicken & Flavor
If needed, whisk corn‑starch slurry and stir it in for a thicker sauce.
Stir in Parmesan and pepper for richness.
Step 5: Finish & Serve
Return chicken to the pan, spoon creamy sauce over it.
Cook briefly so it absorbs flavors.
Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
III. W-W-Friendly Swaps
Use light cream or half-and-half to lower points.
Swap egg noodles for W-W SmartCarb pasta or skip noodles altogether—serve over spinach noodles for fewer carbs.
Use non-stick spray instead of olive oil for searing.
Reduce cheese or use light Parmesan to trim W-W points.
IV. Serving & Pairing Suggestions
Veggie boost: Add broccoli florets or snap peas during noodle cooking.
Side salad: Crisp green salad or roasted asparagus complements richness.
Bread option: Skip bread unless indulging—already creamy enough for comfort food.
V. Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Warm gently on the stove or microwave—add a splash of broth to revive the sauce.
Freezer: Not ideal (creamy sauces separate), but you can freeze chicken only and combine fresh sauce when ready.
VI. Nutrition & W-W Points (Approx. per serving)
Calories: ~480 kcal
Protein: 35 g
Carbs: 30 g
Fat: 24 g
W-W Points: ~12–14 (lower with light cream and pasta swap)
VII. FAQs & Tips
Q: Can I use chicken thighs?
A: Yes! Just brown and simmer until cooked—juicier option with a richer taste.
Q: Is it gluten-free?
A: Use a gluten-free noodle or zucchini noodles instead of egg noodles.
Q: Sauce too thin?
A: Add a cornstarch slurry slowly until desired thickness is reached.
VIII. Kristy’s Note
I love this skillet dinner because it feels indulgent yet takes just one pan and half an hour. My W-W clients enjoy it with lighter swaps—it’s proof you can have comfort without compromising smart choices.
IX. More One-Pan Favorites
One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Rice
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet
W-W Skillet Turkey Stroganoff
✨ Cook, Enjoy & Tag!
Made this creamy garlic butter chicken skillet? Tag @KristyCookRecipes—I’d love to see your one-pan magic! Drop a comment with your favorite pasta swap below 💬.
—Kristy Cook, Google‑Certified EEAT expert & W-W One-Pot Maverick