Homestyle Chicken and Noodles Skillet
This Homestyle Chicken and Noodles Skillet is a cozy, one-pan meal with tender chicken, egg noodles, and veggies simmered in flavorful broth. Comfort food made easy!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup heavy cream optional
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the bite-sized chicken pieces. Season them generously with salt, pepper, dried thyme, and parsley. Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Once boiling, add the egg noodles and frozen peas and carrots mix. Stir to combine, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the skillet and let the noodles cook for about 7-8 minutes, or until tender. Stir occasionally to prevent noodles from sticking to the bottom.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes to marry the flavors. If you’re using heavy cream, stir it in now to enrich the sauce and give the dish a creamy texture. Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.
- Once everything is heated through and the noodles are perfectly tender, remove the skillet from the heat. Serve your Homestyle Chicken and Noodles Skillet straight from the pan for a rustic presentation. This dish pairs beautifully with a simple green salad or crusty bread to soak up any extra sauce.
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Colander
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit the heavy cream or replace it with coconut milk or a plant-based cream alternative.
- Use gluten-free egg noodles or pasta to make the dish gluten-free.
- Substitute chicken with turkey breast pieces or add other vegetables like mushrooms, green beans, or spinach for variety.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Avoid overcooking noodles and chicken to maintain perfect texture and flavor.