Description
Experience the comforting warmth of Smothered Chicken, a southern-style dish that elevates any meal with its rich flavors and succulent texture. This recipe features tender chicken thighs bathed in a creamy gravy, complemented by sautéed bell peppers and onions. Perfect for family dinners or weeknight meals, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile in how you serve it. Enjoy it over fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or even nestled in a fresh salad. With just a few simple steps, you’ll create a heartwarming meal that’s sure to impress your loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 green pepper
- 1 red pepper
- 1 onion
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Season chicken thighs with cajun spice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and 1 tablespoon of flour.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sear the seasoned chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté sliced onions and peppers in the same skillet until tender.
- Create a roux by adding another tablespoon of butter and mixing in 3 tablespoons of flour until smooth.
- Return the seared chicken to the pan along with chicken broth and herbs; mix well.
- Cover and bake for 20 minutes, then thicken gravy with additional flour if needed before baking uncovered at 375°F for another 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg