Smothered Chicken: Easy and Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
Smothered Chicken is a delicious dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, savory gravy, making it a perfect comfort food for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown in the pan.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the pan, sauté until softened.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika, stirring until thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan and simmer for 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight with your favorite spices.
- This dish pairs well with a side of green beans or cornbread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with gravy
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Smothered Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe