Smothered Chicken
Indulge in the comforting flavors of smothered chicken, a delightful dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe combines simple ingredients with easy preparation, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. The inviting aroma and savory taste will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear each side until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture, stirring continuously for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth.
- Add softened cream cheese and paprika, stirring to create a creamy sauce.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's well-coated with sauce. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook gently for about 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg