Description
Smothered chicken is a comforting dish that features tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe combines simple ingredients for an incredible flavor that transforms any meal into a celebration. Perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends, serve this dish over rice or mashed potatoes to soak up every drop of that delicious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onions and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and sear for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add chopped onions and garlic to the skillet; sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in heavy cream and smoked paprika.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve over rice or mashed potatoes, drizzling with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk. Add seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.