Description
A delicious smothered chicken recipe wrapped in a creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup flour
- 4 slices of cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring to combine.
- Slowly pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to remove lumps.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the gravy thickens, about 5-10 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning gravy over the top.
- Top with crumbled bacon and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with your choice of sides.
Notes
For variations, try chicken thighs instead of breasts and add veggies like mushrooms or spinach.