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Southern Smothered Chicken with Creamy Gravy

  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Southern Smothered Chicken with Creamy Gravy is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender, crispy chicken smothered in a rich and creamy gravy. Perfect for a family dinner, it pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or greens.

Ingredients

  • Chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on for extra flavor)
  • Flour
  • Seasoned salt
  • Black pepper
  • Paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Buttermilk (for soaking the chicken)
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Chicken broth
  • Heavy cream
  • Butter
  • Yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • Garlic cloves (minced)
  • Fresh thyme (optional)

Instructions

  1. Begin by soaking the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and add flavor.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, seasoned salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in the seasoned flour mixture, coating each piece well.
  4. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add butter and sauté the chopped onions until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  7. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh thyme, if using, and simmer until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  9. Return the fried chicken to the skillet and coat it with the creamy gravy. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  10. Serve the smothered chicken with mashed potatoes, rice, or greens.

Notes

  • Add mushrooms to the gravy for a richer, earthy flavor.
  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs if you prefer a quicker cooking time.
  • For a bit of spice, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture or the gravy.
  • Store leftover smothered chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This dish can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Find it online: https://quickpantrymeals.com/southern-smothered-chicken-with-creamy-gravy/