One-Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Egg Noodles (Air Fryer)

Introduction

This creamy garlic butter chicken is cooked to perfection in the air fryer, then tossed with tender egg noodles in a rich, garlicky, buttery sauce. It’s a simple, one-pan meal that delivers bold flavors, creamy texture, and comforting goodness—all with minimal effort and cleanup!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small chicken thighs)

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

½ tsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

For the Sauce & Noodles:

2 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

½ cup chicken broth

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

8 oz egg noodles (cooked separately)

1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

 Season and Cook the Chicken in the Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.

Pat the chicken dry and rub with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Once cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

 Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

While the chicken is cooking, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

In a heatproof, air fryer-safe baking dish or cast-iron skillet, add butter and minced garlic.

Place the dish in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2 minutes to melt the butter and cook the garlic.

Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Air fry the sauce at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes, stirring halfway, until thickened.

 Assemble and Serve

Slice the air-fried chicken and add it to the creamy sauce.

Toss in the cooked egg noodles, mixing well to coat everything in the sauce.

Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.

Serve immediately and enjoy this rich, creamy, one-pan delight!

Pro Tips

For extra flavor, sear the chicken in the air fryer-safe pan for a minute before cooking.

Adjust the sauce thickness by adding more broth if needed.

Try different noodles like fettuccine or penne if you don’t have egg noodles.

Add veggies like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrients.

Enjoy your creamy garlic butter chicken with egg noodles—all made effortlessly in the air fryer!