Effortless Smothered Chicken (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 tablespoons butter.
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil.
03 - 1 medium-large onion, sliced thin.
04 - Salt and pepper, as you like.
05 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce.
06 - 1/4 cup heavy cream.
07 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
08 - 2 large chicken breasts, sliced down the middle.
09 - 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika.
10 - 1 tablespoon garlic powder.
11 - 1 tablespoon onion powder.
12 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, optional.
13 - 1 cup chicken stock or broth.

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Cut the breasts horizontally so you’ve got two thinner pieces from each.
02 - Sprinkle salt and pepper on the chicken until seasoned to your liking.
03 - Combine flour, cayenne, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set 2 tablespoons aside for later.
04 - Heat up your skillet over medium-high with olive oil.
05 - Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture till it’s lightly covered.
06 - Cook chicken for roughly 5 minutes on each side. Check that it’s golden.
07 - Take the chicken pieces out and keep them on a plate.
08 - Reduce the heat on the stove so it’s more gentle.
09 - Add butter to the pan, toss in the onions, and let them cook for about 15–20 minutes till soft and sweet.
10 - Sprinkle in the flour you set aside earlier and stir for about a minute.
11 - Pour in the chicken stock and Worcestershire sauce, mixing as you go.
12 - Stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is smooth.
13 - Return the browned chicken to the pan, let it simmer in the sauce for 5–7 minutes, then season to your taste.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Swap in chicken thighs if you prefer a richer flavor.
02 - For less spice, cut back on the cayenne.
03 - Keep the heat low and steady when cooking onions so they don’t burn.
04 - Use a thermometer to check—165°F means the chicken’s safe to eat.

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