Description
A heartwarming recipe for Classic Southern Smothered Chicken and Gravy that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich, creamy gravy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by combining the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a bowl. Dredge the chicken thighs in the flour mixture.
- Brown the chicken in a skillet with heated vegetable oil for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the sliced onion in the same skillet until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and dried thyme, cooking until fragrant.
- Create the gravy by pouring in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Simmer the chicken thighs in the gravy for about 30 minutes or until fully cooked through.
- Adjust the seasoning before serving and enjoy with rice or biscuits.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
