Best 2 Easy Smothered Chicken Breasts Recipes

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Smothered chicken is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. It's quick and easy to make, and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. Whether you like it spicy, mild, or somewhere in between, there's a smothered chicken recipe out there for you. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY SMOTHERED CHICKEN BREASTS



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After reading this recipe here, it sounded so good that I had to put my personal touches to it. I'm not particularly fond of chicken breasts unless they're flattened to a pulp and delicately browned after being dredged in flour. After that I followed the original recipe except I added crushed red peppers and Italian seasoning. I served this with fettuccine alfredo and roasted asparagus on the side. Delizioso!

Provided by Stephanie (Nussear) Back

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded thin
8 bacon strips
1 onion, sliced
¼ teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
¼ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Mix flour, bread crumbs, garlic salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Coat each chicken breast with flour mixture.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving bacon drippings; drain bacon on paper towels.
  • Cook and stir coated chicken breasts in the bacon drippings until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side; remove and keep warm.
  • Cook and stir onion, lemon-pepper seasoning, Italian seasoning, salt, red pepper flakes, and brown sugar in the same skillet until onion is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Arrange chicken breasts on a baking sheet; top each breast with 2 bacon slices. Top with caramelized onion and Colby-Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Broil chicken breasts until cheese is melted and bubbling, 1 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 151.9 mg, Fat 35.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 48.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 1823.4 mg, Sugar 15 g

EASY SMOTHERED OVEN CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is great for the working mother with a hungry family. Just throw it all in the dish and bake. Add some rice, a salad, and rolls and dinner is served!

Provided by kimberlie14

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 -6 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
garlic powder
salt
pepper
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
0.5 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (1 ounce) envelope Lipton Onion Soup Mix
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup fresh carrot (sliced or cubed)
1 cup fresh new potato

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a casserole dish.
  • Season to your liking with salt, pepper,and garlic powder (both sides).
  • In a saucepan, combine all soups and butter, mix well (if too thick add 1/4 cup water); pour over chicken.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
  • Add carrots and potatoes.
  • Cover and return to oven for 35 minutes.
  • Serve with rice!

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to cook the chicken. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat until it is browned on both sides. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Add the vegetables to the skillet and cook until they are tender. This will add flavor and color to the dish.
  • Add the sauce to the skillet and bring to a simmer. This will help to thicken the sauce and coat the chicken and vegetables.
  • Serve the chicken and vegetables over rice or mashed potatoes. This will help to soak up the sauce and make the dish more hearty.

Conclusion:

Smothered chicken breasts is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce with vegetables, and it can be served over rice or mashed potatoes. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Here are some additional tips for making smothered chicken breasts:

  • You can use any type of vegetables that you like in this dish. Some good options include onions, bell peppers, carrots, and celery.
  • If you don't have a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, you can use a regular skillet. Just be sure to cook the chicken over low heat so that it doesn't burn.
  • You can also use a slow cooker to make smothered chicken breasts. Simply brown the chicken in a skillet, then add it to the slow cooker with the vegetables and sauce. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

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