Smothered Chicken Breast

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 25 min.

Yield 4 servings

Plain chicken is canceled. This smothered chicken breast recipe is a total glow-up, with a rich, savory gravy that transforms "meh" into "wow!"

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each), pounded 1/2-in. thick
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
GRAVY:
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour; shake off excess. Place chicken into hot skillet; cook 6-8 minutes per side or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°. Remove to a plate; set aside.
Add butter to the skillet; once melted, stir in onion and garlic. Cook until onions are tender, 3-4 minutes. Whisk in flour, cook until browned, 2-3 minutes. Gradually add stock; bring to a simmer. Whisk in cream, simmer until thickened, 3-4 minutes. Stir in poultry seasoning, salt, pepper and fresh thyme. Add chicken back to the pan; spoon sauce over chicken until warmed.

Nutrition Facts

1 chicken breast + 1/3 cup gravy: 377 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 105mg cholesterol, 785mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 30g protein.

This recipe for smothered chicken breasts is a weeknight favorite. Seared chicken breasts are topped with a silky sauce made from onions, Worcestershire, a bit of cream and fresh thyme. —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan

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