How to Make Soul Smothered Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to my kitchen, where we are going to create a soulful and comforting dish that will warm your heart and satisfy your soul. Introducing Soul Smothered Chicken, a classic Southern recipe that is sure to become a favorite in your household. This dish is all about layers of flavor, tender and juicy chicken, and a rich, savory gravy that will have you coming back for seconds.

Infused with a hearty mix of spices and cooked low and slow, this Soul Smothered Chicken is a labor of love...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 3 teaspoons salt, divided
  • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups chopped yellow onions
  • 2 cups chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Place 3/4 cup flour in a shallow dish. Dredge chicken in flour, place in the skillet, and brown on all sides. Set chicken aside, and drain skillet, reserving about 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Reduce skillet heat to medium-low, and stir in onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until tender, 5 minutes.
  • Stir in 3 tablespoons flour, and cook 5 minutes more. Pour in chicken broth, season with cayenne pepper, and remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low.
  • Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and continue cooking until chicken juices run clear and gravy has thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    372 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 79mg
    • Sodium: 1471mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 373mg