Description
Easy Stovetop Smothered Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish that makes weeknight dinners a breeze. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy layer, then smothered in a rich homemade gravy that elevates the entire meal. Perfect for family gatherings or simply enjoying a cozy night in, this one-pan dish comes together in under an hour, allowing you to impress your loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or rice for a hearty dining experience everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2.5 cups chicken stock
- 1 beef bouillon cube
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
- 2-3 drops Kitchen Bouquet (optional)
Instructions
- Mix dredging ingredients on a plate.
- Heat oil in a large skillet; fry turkey bacon until crispy and set aside.
- Slice and pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Coat chicken with flour mixture.
- Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown; set aside.
- Use reserved drippings to create a roux with butter and flour.
- Gradually whisk in chicken stock and seasonings; simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer for additional flavor absorption.
- Serve garnished with crumbled turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with gravy (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg