Description
Smothered Chicken is a comforting dish featuring juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious, creamy sauce with savory spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal. Whether served over rice or mashed potatoes, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, soy sauce, chicken broth, minced garlic, onion powder, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Pour over the seared chicken.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven or move everything to a baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving and drizzle with the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg