Description
This savory smothered chicken is pan-seared until golden, then simmered in a rich, creamy onion gravy. An easy Southern comfort food dinner made in one skillet—perfect over rice or mashed potatoes for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
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⅓ cup all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1½ teaspoons seasoned salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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3 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
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4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1½ cups chicken broth
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½ cup heavy cream
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Freshly chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
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Mix the seasoning flour.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, seasoned salt, and black pepper. -
Coat the chicken.
Pat chicken thighs dry, then dredge each piece in the seasoned flour until fully coated. Shake off excess. -
Sear until golden.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down and cook 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside. -
Build the flavor base.
Lower heat to medium. Add butter, sliced onions, and cook for 6–8 minutes until soft and lightly caramelized. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Create the gravy.
Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Stir in heavy cream and simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thick and glossy. -
Smother and simmer.
Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Cover and simmer on low for 20–25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and tender. -
Garnish and serve.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 946kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 75g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 50g