Southern Smothered Chicken: An Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
Southern Smothered Chicken is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, savory gravy and the smoky flavor of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 slices turkey bacon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Cook until browned on both sides.
- Remove the chicken and make a roux with flour and the remaining drippings.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, stirring until the gravy thickens.
- Add the chicken back into the skillet, cover, and let simmer until cooked through.
- Top with crumbled turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper to the seasoning.
- Serve with rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with gravy
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Southern Smothered Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon