Smothered Chicken
This easy Smothered Chicken Recipe is a comforting skillet dinner made with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich homemade gravy. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a simple meal the whole family will love.
Servings: 4
Cost: $9.53, $2.38 per Servings
Ingredients
- 2 strips thick-cut bacon
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook 2 strips thick-cut bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side, until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the grease in the pan.
- Slice 2 large chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make 4 cutlets.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together ¼ cup flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, coating both sides.
- Cook the chicken in the bacon grease for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Remove and set aside.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in the same skillet. Whisk in 3 tablespoons flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a paste.
- Gradually whisk in 1½ cups chicken broth and ? cup heavy cream. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the gravy.
- Chop the cooked bacon and sprinkle over the top. Serve.
Notes
This recipe is great as is or served over mashed potatoes, rice or pasta.
Half and Half can be used instead of heavy cream if you prefer.
Gravy often needs a final pinch of salt or pepper after simmering—adjust to taste at the end.
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 847mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 638IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
