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Smothered Chicken

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Smothered Chicken

Yield4
Prep15 min
Cook50 min
Total65 min

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  1. 1

    Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon paprika. Dredge lightly in ⅓ cup flour, shaking off the excess. Heat 2 tablespoons oil or butter in a wide skillet over medium-high and sear 4–5 minutes per side until deep golden. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil or butter and 2 large thinly sliced onions. Cook over medium-low, stirring often, until deep golden and jammy, 12–15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the leftover flour over the onions and cook 1 minute. Whisk in 2 cups chicken broth, ½ cup cream or milk, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire. Simmer 3–5 minutes until the gravy lightly coats a spoon.

  4. 4

    Nestle the chicken and its juices back in. Cover and simmer gently 8–10 minutes until the thickest part reaches 165°F. Spoon gravy over the chicken and serve with rice or mashed potatoes.

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