Smothered Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Gravy
π Prep Time: 5 minutes
π Cook Time: 15 minutes
π Total Time: 20 minutes
π₯ Recipe Yield: 4 servings
Description:
This Smothered Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Gravy recipe is perfect for those busy evenings when you need a quick and satisfying meal. Inspired by a dish from Bon Appetit magazine, this recipe promises tender chicken breasts smothered in a luscious mushroom gravy that’s bursting with flavor. It’s an easy-to-make dish that’s sure to become a family favorite, providing comfort and satisfaction after a hectic day at work. Feel free to customize the cooking time for the chicken to ensure it’s perfectly cooked to your liking, whether by sautΓ©ing it longer or pounding the breasts thinner.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 mushroom, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 523.1
- Fat Content: 37.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 21.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 187.5mg
- Sodium Content: 285.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.2g
- Fiber Content: 2g
- Sugar Content: 3.2g
- Protein Content: 32.4g
Instructions:
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Begin by blending the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of thyme, and allspice in a small bowl. Set aside 1 tablespoon of this flour mixture for later use.
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Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat them evenly with the remaining flour mixture.
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In a heavy large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Once melted, add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sautΓ© until golden brown, approximately 4 minutes per side. Ensure the chicken is cooked through by adjusting the cooking time as needed.
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms, chopped onion, and the remaining teaspoon of thyme. SautΓ© until the mushrooms are golden brown, about 5 minutes.
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Mix in the reserved tablespoon of flour mixture and cook for an additional minute.
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Pour in the chicken broth and cream, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil.
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Once the mixture is boiling, return the cooked chicken breasts and any collected juices to the skillet.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the dish to simmer, uncovered, until the chicken is fully cooked and the gravy has slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
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Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the Smothered Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Gravy hot, accompanied by your favorite sides, and enjoy this comforting and delicious meal with your loved ones!
