Description
Smothered Chicken is a beloved comfort food that features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, delivering a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your guests asking for the recipe. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you can create a satisfying meal that warms the heart and pleases the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- 2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; dredge them in flour.
- 3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 4. In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until smooth; pour over seared chicken.
- 5. Transfer the skillet to the oven; bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- 6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg