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Delicious Southern Smothered Chicken

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Easy homemade delicious Southern smothered chicken with caramelized onions, garlic, and creamy gravy for a hearty and comforting meal.

Ingredients

3–4 lbs chicken (drumsticks and thighs recommended), skin removed
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp Lawry’s seasoning salt, divided
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 fresh thyme sprigs
2 cups chicken stock or bone broth
1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

In a large bowl, season chicken with 1 tsp seasoning salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix well until fully coated.
Place chicken in a sealed bag and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (overnight for best flavor). Bring to room temperature before cooking.
Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, melt butter and add onions. Cook for 8–10 minutes until deeply caramelized.
Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Stir in flour and cook until fully combined with the onion mixture.
Slowly pour in chicken stock, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens (2–3 minutes).
Add heavy cream and reduce heat to low. Simmer until smooth and creamy.
Add thyme sprigs and remaining 1 tsp seasoning salt. Stir to combine.
Return chicken to the pan, coating it in the gravy. Simmer 10–15 minutes until fully cooked and sauce is thick and rich.
Remove thyme sprigs and serve hot.

Notes

For extra depth, marinate chicken overnight.
If gravy is too thin, whisk 1–2 tbsp flour with water and stir in.
Works best with dark meat for juicier texture.
Flavor improves as it rests for a few minutes before serving.

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