Smothered Chicken Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Chicken
🔑 Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Very Low Carbs, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Description: Indulge in the savory delight of this smothered chicken recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich gravy, creating a dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 3 chicken breasts
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups water
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 303.1
- Fat: 21.6g
- Saturated Fat: 10.2g
- Cholesterol: 100.1mg
- Sodium: 443.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 23.2g
Servings: 4
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). | – |
| 2 | Place chicken breasts in a 9×13 inch baking dish. | – |
| 3 | In a saucepan, combine water, salt, and butter. Heat until the butter melts. | – |
| 4 | Pour the water mixture over the chicken in the baking dish. Cover tightly with foil. | – |
| 5 | Bake the chicken for 3 hours, turning occasionally, until tender and coming off the bone. | 3 hours |
| 6 | In a small bowl, mix flour with enough water to make a thin paste. | – |
| 7 | Remove the chicken from the oven and uncover. | – |
| 8 | Carefully add the flour paste to the chicken, stirring well to combine. | – |
| 9 | Return the chicken to the oven, uncovered, and bake until lightly browned and gravy thickens. | – |
| 10 | Serve the smothered chicken with gravy over light bread or rice. | – |
Recipe Notes:
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before serving.
- Adjust salt according to taste preference.
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for added flavor.
- For a thicker gravy, increase the amount of flour paste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
With its tender meat and rich gravy, this smothered chicken recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. Enjoy the hearty flavors and aroma that will fill your kitchen as this delicious meal cooks to perfection.
