Smothered Chicken
Smothered chicken is an irresistible comfort dish featuring tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This savory meal is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. The combination of seasonings and aromatics creates a delightful flavor profile that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve it over rice or mashed potatoes for a complete, satisfying meal that warms the soul.
- 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 (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 3-5 minutes).
- Brown seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet (approximately 5-7 minutes per side) until golden crust forms.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and soy sauce until well combined.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For extra richness, stir in heavy cream or milk before serving hot over rice or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg