Smothered Chicken
This smothered chicken recipe is a classic Southern dish that is sure to please. It is a simple and delicious meal that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
Instructions:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, coating both sides. Shake off any excess flour.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese and stir until combined. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the chicken. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 463 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
- Sodium: 845 mg
- Potassium: 545 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Vitamin A: 545 IU
- Vitamin C: 1 mg
- Calcium: 79 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
Additional Tips and Variations:
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond milk or coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
- For a vegetarian version, use tofu or tempeh instead of chicken.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
This smothered chicken recipe is a classic Southern dish that is sure to please. It is a simple and delicious meal that is sure to become a family favorite. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!
