Can I use chicken thighs instead?

Absolutely! Boneless thighs work great—just adjust cooking time so they reach 165 °F internal temp.

What should I serve it with?

Mashed potatoes, white rice, or buttered noodles are classic companions. Add steamed veggies for a full meal.

How do I store leftovers?

Cool, cover, and refrigerate. Keeps 3–4 days. Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave—if gravy’s thickened too much, stir in a splash of broth.

Stovetop Smothered Chicken - Chicken magic recipes

Description

Stovetop Smothered Chicken is the ultimate comfort food—golden, seasoned chicken breasts smothered in a creamy gravy, topped with crispy bacon, and made entirely in one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday dinners!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

2 large chicken breasts, halved and pounded to ¾” thick
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
¾ tsp black pepper
Dash of cayenne pepper
Reserved seasoned flour

For the Sauce:

4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
⅓ cup heavy cream
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Poultry seasoning, to taste

For Frying:

½ cup vegetable oil
4–6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2–4 tbsp bacon drippings

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Instructions

Prep the Chicken: Slice and pound the chicken breasts. Mix flour with garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and cayenne. Dredge each piece thoroughly.
Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Reserve 2–4 tbsp drippings and remove excess bits.
Fry the Chicken: In the same skillet, heat bacon drippings and vegetable oil. Fry chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
Make the Gravy: In the skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook until golden. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add Worcestershire and poultry seasoning. Simmer until thickened.
Smother the Chicken: Return chicken to skillet, spoon gravy over top, and let it simmer for a few minutes. Top with crispy bacon and chopped parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

Make ahead tip: Fry chicken and prepare gravy separately, then combine and reheat before serving.
Great served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Skip cayenne for a kid-friendly version, or add extra for a spicy kick.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 465 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 680 mg
Fat: 30 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 36 g
Cholesterol: 130 mg