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Old Fashioned Smothered Chicken

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Description

A comforting dish of smothered chicken that brings warmth and nostalgia to your family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 4 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Season and dredge the chicken: Season all chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Brown the chicken: In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth and return chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and stir. Return the browned chicken to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
  5. Simmer: Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
  6. Serve and enjoy: Serve hot with gravy over rice or mashed potatoes.

Notes

For best flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces. This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or rice.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 375
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg