Description
Indulge in this Smothered Chicken Recipe, a heartwarming soul food classic that wraps you in comfort. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a creamy, savory gravy infused with garlic and herbs. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this dish promises to create lasting memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes each side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same pan, sauté onions and garlic until translucent and fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up browned bits for extra flavor. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Allow to thicken for another 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing & Simmering
- Cuisine: Soul Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with gravy (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or swapping spices according to your taste. For added brightness, a splash of lemon juice works wonders!