How to Make Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs Over Egg Noodles

1. Season and Sear the Chicken

Pat your chicken thighs dry—this helps achieve a gorgeous golden crust. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down (if using skin-on). Cook until deeply browned, about 5–6 minutes per side. Remove the thighs and set them aside.

2. Build the Flavor Base

Lower the heat to medium.
Add minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir to coat—this creates a roux that will thicken the sauce.

3. Create the Creamy Sauce

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the skillet (that’s where the flavor lives).
Stir until the mixture begins to simmer and thicken slightly.
Add the heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if you like a kick.

Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes until velvety and smooth.

4. Simmer the Chicken

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Reduce heat to low and let them simmer for 10–15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to finish cooking.

5. Cook the Egg Noodles

While the chicken simmers, boil the egg noodles in salted water according to package directions.
Drain and toss with a little butter for richness.

6. Serve It Up

Place a generous spoonful of buttery egg noodles on each plate.
Top with chicken thighs and a cascade of creamy garlic sauce.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley for freshness and color.

Tips for the Best Results

✨ Use freshly minced garlic. Pre-minced garlic lacks the punchy flavor this sauce needs.
✨ Don’t rush the browning. Golden chicken = deeper flavor.
✨ Control your simmer. A gentle simmer prevents the cream from breaking.
✨ Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies and depth.

Why You’ll Make This Again (and Again)

There’s a confidence that comes from having a go-to comfort recipe—one that never fails, no matter how hectic your day has been. Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs Over Egg Noodles delivers every time. It’s classic, cozy, and indulgent, but still straightforward enough for weeknight cooking.

The kind of dish that leaves people asking, “Can I get seconds?”
And honestly… you’ll probably say yes, because you’ll want them too.