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Baked Smothered Chicken Recipe

This recipe for Baked Smothered Chicken has been a Sunday staple in my family for over 10 years, originating from the Little Rock UMC cookbook. It's unbelievably easy to make and delivers incredibly juicy and flavorful chicken smothered in a rich, homemade gravy. Perfect for a comforting family dinner! This recipe works with chicken breasts or thighs – you may need to adjust the water/flour ratio for the gravy depending on your choice of cut.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 405.8 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Smothered Chicken

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  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder or 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 (2 1/2-3 lb) whole chicken, cut into pieces

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How to Make Baked Smothered Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Season chicken pieces generously with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
  3. Line a shallow baking pan with foil. Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer, skin-side down.
  4. Drizzle melted butter evenly over the chicken.
  5. Cover the baking pan tightly with foil.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is lightly browned.
  7. While the chicken is baking, whisk together 1/2 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of flour in a small bowl until completely smooth and lump-free.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven.
  9. Carefully tilt the baking pan and pour the water/flour mixture into the pan drippings.
  10. Stir gently to combine and begin thickening the gravy.
  11. Turn the chicken pieces over, ensuring they are coated in the gravy. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
  13. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the gravy is thickened to your liking. Baste once or twice during baking, adding a little boiling water if the gravy becomes too thick before the chicken is fully cooked.
  14. Serve the smothered chicken hot over rice or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

51g

Carbs

1g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Very Low Carbs Main Dish Poultry Easy Chicken Dietary Low Sodium Comfort Food Low Carb Inexpensive Low In Something Meat Taste Mood 4 Hours Or Less