Smothered Chicken Recipe

Name: Smothered Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 pound fryer, cut into 10 pieces; Essence, recipe follows; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 cups julienned onions; Salt and pepper; 1 cup julienned bell peppers; 4 cups sliced assorted wild mushrooms (chanterelles, shiitake, oyster, etc.); 1 cup fresh whole kernel corn; 1 bay leaf; 1 cup white wine; 3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; Pinch of cayenne; 2 tablespoons chopped green onions; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

3 1/2 pound fryer, cut into 10 pieces
Essence, recipe follows
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 cup olive oil
4 cups julienned onions
Salt and pepper
1 cup julienned bell peppers
4 cups sliced assorted wild mushrooms (chanterelles, shiitake, oyster, etc.)
1 cup fresh whole kernel corn
1 bay leaf
1 cup white wine
3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Pinch of cayenne
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken with Essence and flour.
2
In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil.
3
When the oil is hot, brown the chicken for about 6 to 8 minutes on each side.
4
Add the onions, and season with salt and pepper.
5
Stirring constantly, wilt and brown the onions, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any brown particles, for about 10 minutes.
6
Add the bell peppers, mushrooms, corn, and bay leaves.
7
Continue stirring, again scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any brown particles, for about 15 minutes.
8
Add the wine, cover, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
9
Cook for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
10
Stir in the parsley.
11
Season with cayenne.
12
Spoon the chicken on a platter and garnish with green onions.
13
Recommended Wine: 1993 Domaine Drouhin Oregan Pinot Noir
14
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 pound fryer, cut into 10 pieces, Essence, recipe follows, 1 tablespoon flour, 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Smothered Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Smothered Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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