Smothered Chicken Recipe

Name: Smothered Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; 5 slices thick-cut bacon; 1 cup chopped onion; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups water; 2 ½ teaspoons chicken base; 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; ¼ cup scallions; salt and pepper

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 people
Calories
416 kcal
Course
Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine
American

Smothered Chicken Recipe

Gael Hudson

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This classic midwestern one-pan dish features juicy chicken breasts smothered in a savory brown gravy topped with bacon and cheese. It takes only 30 minutes and only uses one pan!

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Ingredients

Servings

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 – 1.5 lbs)
5 slices thick-cut bacon chopped
1 cup chopped onion
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups water
2 ½ teaspoons chicken base or bouillon
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup scallions
salt and pepper

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Instructions

Cut the chicken breasts in half, lengthwise to create 4 thin chicken cutlets. Salt and pepper the pieces liberally on both sides.
Set a large sauté pan (or deep cast iron skillet) over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon. Cook the bacon until brown, then remove the pieces with a slotted spoon and save for later.
Place the chicken pieces in the hot bacon grease. Sauté for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the chicken cutlets and place on a holding plate.
Add the chopped onion to the hot grease. Sauté for 3-4 minutes to soften. Then mix in the flour. Stir for 1-2 minutes to create a thick roux.
Whisk in 2 cups of water, followed by the chicken base, poultry seasoning, and garlic powder. Simmer another minute as the gravy thickens.
Once the gravy is almost as thick as you want it. Place the chicken pieces back in the skillet. Coat them in gravy and simmer another 2 minutes to warm through.
Top the chicken and gravy with shredded cheese, bacon pieces, and chopped scallions. Serve with a side of mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, or roasted root vegetables.

Notes

This is a great recipe to make in the evening and have leftovers to enjoy for the next day or so! The flavors really meld together and hold up well when reheated. Let everything cool completely and then transfer to an airtight container, keeping the cheesy side upright. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Tip: You might want to leave off the chopped scallions until ready to heat and enjoy.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1pc Calories 416kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 96mg (32%) Sodium 560mg (23%) Potassium 422mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 393IU (8%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 233mg (23%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 416 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1pc
Calories	416kcal	21%
Carbohydrates	12g	4%
Protein	26g	52%
Fat	29g	45%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat	3g	18%
Monounsaturated Fat	11g	55%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	96mg	32%
Sodium	560mg	23%
Potassium	422mg	9%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	2g	4%
Vitamin A	393IU	8%
Vitamin C	5mg	6%
Calcium	233mg	23%
Iron	1mg	6%