Southern Smothered Chicken Recipe

Name: Southern Smothered Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cut up chicken; 1 salt, pepper, garlic powder; 1 can cream of mushroom (reg); 1 can cream of celery (reg); 1/2 can milk; 1 small onion (minced); 2 stalks celery (minced); 1 small green pepper, chopped (1/2 cup); 2 tbsp butter; 1 * can use chicken pieces, me and my hubby like legs and wings

Servings: persons

1
cut up whole chicken don't use back pieces.
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Can save in freezer for broth for later meals.
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broth recipe also on profile.
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wash chicken in cold water.
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place in bowl.
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sprinkle with seasoned salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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roll chicken by hand to well coated.
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Let sit in fridge for 1 hr.
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spray casserole dish with non stick spray and place chicken in it.
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bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes.
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cover with an aluminum foil tent.
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while.
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chicken is baking melt butter in skillet and saute onion, bell pepper, and celery.
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add both cans of soup and the milk.
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let it get hot and pour over the chicken.
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cook chicken until it is done.
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according to your oven.... it should take another 20-30 minutes ..
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* can be served with rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.

257

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cut up chicken, 1 salt, pepper, garlic powder, 1 can cream of mushroom (reg), 1 can cream of celery (reg), and more.

Yes, Southern 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southern Smothered Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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