Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of smothered chicken, a dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy, savory sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners. Each bite is packed with rich flavor, making it an irresistible choice alongside rice or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Your favorite seasonings (e.g., paprika, thyme, cayenne)
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour to coat lightly.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling. Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while scraping brown bits from the pan, then stir in heavy cream and seasonings.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Cover and simmer on low for 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg