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Smothered Chicken with Creamy Gravy Recipe is Delicious!

Comfort food at its finest! This Smothered Chicken with Creamy Gravy features juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts drenched in a rich, flavorful gravy made from scratch. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly creamy, it’s a hearty dish that’ll warm you up and leave you craving more!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 and 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts and sear for about 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  5. Sprinkle in the flour, stirring constantly to make a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Slowly whisk in chicken broth until smooth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
  7. Add heavy cream, dried thyme, and mustard powder. Stir well and let the gravy simmer until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  8. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning gravy over them.
  9. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed veggies.

Notes

  • Chicken Variations: You can also use chicken thighs for an extra juicy option.
  • Gravy Tip: Adjust thickness by adding a splash more broth or cream if desired.
  • Flavor Boost: Add sautéed onions or mushrooms to the gravy for more depth.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat gently on the stove, adding a little broth to loosen up the gravy if needed.

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