Chicken and Buttered Noodles in One Pan

Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1½ lbs (700 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

For the Noodles and Sauce:
3 cups (720 ml) chicken broth

2 cups (480 ml) milk or half-and-half

12 oz (340 g) egg noodles

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish:
Fresh chopped parsley

Grated Parmesan cheese

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