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Southern Smothered Chicken

Tender golden chicken simmered in rich onion gravy for the ultimate Southern comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
Gravy
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 2 tbsp flour for gravy
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Dredge chicken lightly in flour.
  3. Sear chicken in oil until golden brown, then remove.
  4. Cook onions in butter until caramelized, add garlic.
  5. Stir in flour to create roux, then whisk in broth and milk.
  6. Return chicken to pan and simmer covered 30–40 minutes until tender.
  7. Garnish and serve hot.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for best results.