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smothered chicken recipe

smothered chicken recipe

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This smothered chicken recipe delivers tender chicken thighs in rich creamy gravy. It’s cozy Southern comfort perfect for family dinners and nostalgic nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Simmering Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 pieces chicken thighs
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion sliced thin
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour for gravy base
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup milk or heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • optional dash hot sauce to taste optional
  • optional cup sliced mushrooms optional
  • optional cup sliced bell peppers optional
  • optional cup buttermilk for richness,optional
  • optional sprig fresh thyme or sage for garnish or added flavor,optional

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet For browning chicken and cooking gravy
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For dredging chicken in flour
  • 1 Whisk To mix gravy ingredients smoothly
  • 1 Spatula or tongs To turn chicken pieces

Method
 

  1. Prep and Dredge Chicken:
    prep and dredge for smothered chicken recipe
Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge in flour, shaking off any excess. This step helps the gravy thicken later.
  1. Brown the Chicken:
    brown chicken for smothered chicken recipe
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Don't cook through, just get good color. Remove and set aside.
  1. Make the Gravy Base:
    make gravy base for smothered chicken recipe
Add sliced onions to the same skillet. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 2 minutes to avoid lumps.
  1. Finish and Smother:
    finish and smother the chicken recipe
Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking. Add milk or cream, bring to a simmer. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until tender.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1plated portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

    Notes

    This smothered chicken recipe wraps you in the warm, nostalgic flavors of home-cooked comfort. Each tender thigh simmered in creamy gravy evokes family dinners filled with laughter, warmth, and memories that last. Perfect for cozy nights when you crave that authentic Southern taste, this dish is both simple and soulful.

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