Description
Hearty smothered chicken recipe delivers Southern comfort on a plate. Succulent chicken nestles under creamy gravy, promising a soul-satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream (283 g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g)
- 1 onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsps butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Blend a harmonious mix of salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to thoroughly coat each chicken breast.
- Generously dust the seasoned chicken with flour, carefully tapping off any excess coating.
- Melt olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat, creating a golden searing surface around 350°F.
- Carefully place chicken into the hot skillet, developing a rich caramel-brown crust for 4-5 minutes per side until exterior turns crispy.
- Transfer perfectly seared chicken to a separate plate, keeping warm and preserving its delicate texture.
- Within the same skillet, introduce diced onions and sauté until translucent and softened, releasing their natural sweetness.
- Add minced garlic and quickly toast for 60 seconds, infusing the pan with aromatic flavors.
- Sprinkle remaining flour into the skillet, stirring continuously to create a roux and eliminate raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour chicken broth and milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps and encourage smooth gravy formation.
- Gently nestle seared chicken back into the developing gravy, allowing it to simmer for 20 minutes at low heat until thoroughly cooked.
- Plate the smothered chicken, generously coating with rich gravy and optional fresh herb garnish.
Notes
- Select chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help flour adhere better and create a crispier exterior when browning.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan for more consistent heat distribution and better browning results.
- Try gluten-free flour or almond flour for those with dietary restrictions while maintaining similar texture and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 316 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg