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Chicken Smothered


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  • Author: melissa
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A comforting and versatile dish featuring tender chicken smothered in a creamy, savory sauce with vegetables.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 1 onion (yellow or white), diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Additional herbs as desired


Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Dice the onion and bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and pat the chicken dry. Season with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the onions, bell peppers, and garlic until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add flour to the veggies and stir, then gradually add the chicken broth while stirring constantly. Bring to a light boil.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is creamy.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until cooked through.
  7. Serve over rice or mashed potatoes and spoon additional sauce on top.

Notes

For extra flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs and let the dish rest before serving. This dish is great for meal prep and can be frozen for later.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg