Smothered Chicken
Smothered chicken is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, savory gravy that beckons family and friends to the dinner table. This easy-to-make dish not only fills your home with mouthwatering aromas but also offers versatile serving options, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its golden-brown gravy and delightful flavors, smothered chicken is sure to impress everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or your favorite herbs)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and dust with flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Push onions aside and brown the chicken on both sides (4-5 minutes per side).
- Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard; scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with gravy (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg