Description

This Smothered Chicken is a delightful combination of tender, juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a rich and flavorful sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner or a comforting family meal, this recipe is easy to follow and uses simple ingredients like garlic powder, chicken broth, and onions to create a mouthwatering dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 5 to 6 ounces each
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt more to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper divided
¼ teaspoon ground sage
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium yellow onion sliced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth

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Instructions

Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap to an even ½-inch thickness.
Season the chicken with garlic powder, salt, sage, thyme, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.
Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
Remove chicken and set aside; in the same skillet, add sliced onion and sauté until soft.
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually add chicken broth while stirring; bring mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat and return chicken to skillet; cover and simmer until cooked through.

Notes

For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
Serve with rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 350
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 125mg