Delicious Southern Smothered Chicken: A Joyful Homestyle Recipe
Delicious Southern Smothered Chicken is a comforting dish that embodies the warmth and flavors of homestyle cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken thighs in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet, sauté until soft.
- Stir in chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook on low heat for 30 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cook for an additional 10 minutes until sauce is thickened.
Notes
- Serve with rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken overnight in the seasoning mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg