My whole family loves it.
Jacob Fox
If you’re looking for aweeknight dinner recipethat’s deliciousandeasy to clean up, meet smothered chicken.
Thisone-pan chicken dishis made with chicken thighs that are smothered with a rich, creamy sauce.
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I love it served over pasta but it’s also great on its own.
Here’s how to make smothered chicken, including the secret to the most delicious pan gravy.
What Is Smothered Chicken?
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Smothered chicken is acast iron skillet recipethat starts on the stovetop and is finished in the oven.
It’s a family favorite that comes together in under an hour.
Smothered Chicken Ingredients
Here’s everything you should probably make this smothered chicken recipe at home.
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Round out the meal withroasted vegetablesor a fresh green salad.
Pat chicken thighs dry.
Season chicken with 1 teaspoon of creole seasoning.
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In a small bowl combine remaining 1 tablespoon creole seasoning and flour.
Set aside 2 tablespoons of flour mixture.
(This will be used for thickening the sauce.)
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Dip chicken thighs into the remaining flour mixture until fully coated.
Place thighs on a sheet pan or plate, repeat with remaining thighs.
Cook Chicken
In a 12-inch cast iron skillet, heat oil over medium high heat.
Cook chicken thighs, skin side down until browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
Turn and cook 5 minutes more.
(Chicken will not be done at this point.)
Remove from pan and set aside.
Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel.
Make Sauce
Add butter, onions, garlic and thyme to skillet.
Cook over medium-low heat, for 2 to 3 minutes stirring occasionally until onion is translucent.
Whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, until incorporated.
Stir in smoked paprika and salt.
Bake
Add chicken to sauce in skillet.
Bake, uncovered, for 20 to 30 minutes until chicken is 175oF internal temperature.
Top with parsley and serve immediately.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
