Description
Irresistible comfort meets Southern charm in this classic smothered chicken recipe, delivering rich, savory flavors that dance across your palate. Creamy gravy and tender chicken create a hearty meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fat and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
Seasonings and Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons (16 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Infuse chicken breasts with a vibrant blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring even coating.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat, creating a golden sear on each side of the chicken. Transfer to a waiting plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter and introduce sliced onions, allowing them to transform into soft, caramelized ribbons of flavor.
- Sprinkle flour into the skillet, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes to develop a rich, nutty roux.
- Slowly incorporate chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking methodically until the mixture achieves a velvety, uniform consistency. Simmer until the sauce thickens and develops depth.
- Gently nestle the seared chicken back into the skillet, lavishly coating each piece with the luxurious gravy. Cover and allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes at low heat, ensuring the chicken reaches perfect tenderness.
- Finish by scattering fresh parsley across the dish, creating a vibrant garnish. Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice to complete the meal.
Notes
- Toast spices before seasoning chicken to enhance their depth and release aromatic oils for more intense flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F without overcooking, maintaining juicy and tender texture.
- Create dairy-free version by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream for a lighter, allergen-friendly alternative.
- Allow roux to develop golden color slowly for richer, more complex sauce without burning the flour base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg