Description
Smothered Chicken Breast is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and onion. This recipe creates an explosion of flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, you can pair this delightful dish with rice or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal that feels gourmet without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add olive oil to the skillet and sear chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft (about 3 minutes). Stir in chicken broth, cream cheese, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard until combined.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over them.
- Cover and bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot over rice or with roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, experiment with herbs like rosemary or thyme. - Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms into the sauce. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.