The Best Caramelized Onion Creamy Smothered Chicken
The Best Caramelized Onion Creamy Smothered Chicken is a rich, flavorful dish that brings comfort to any meal. Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared and topped with sweet, golden caramelized onions in a creamy sauce. Each bite is packed with the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors, thanks to the onions. It's an easy yet impressive recipe that’s great for cozy family dinners or special occasions.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 579kcal
Equipment
- Large Dutch Oven Skillet
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts (halved into cutlets)
- Salt and Black Ground Pepper (to taste)
- 3 Tbsp Butter Bacon Grease/Avocado Oil
Flour Dredge: (Save 2 Tbsp for the Sauce)
- ½ Cup Flour
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Tbsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tsp Paprika
- ½ Tsp Thyme
Creamy Smothered Sauce:
- 3 Onions (sliced)
- 2 Tbsp Flour Dredge (saved from above)
- 2 Cups Chicken Stock
- 2 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Halve the chicken breasts to create thinner cutlets, then season both sides with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Set Up Flour Dredge: In a shallow bowl, combine ½ cup of flour with 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and ½ teaspoon of thyme. Stir until well mixed. Dredge each chicken cutlet in the seasoned flour, ensuring it’s fully coated, and save 2 tablespoons of this mixture for the sauce.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of butter (or bacon grease/avocado oil) over medium heat until melted and hot. Add the chicken cutlets and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Once done, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Caramelize the Onions: Using the same skillet, add the sliced onions. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, which should take about 20-25 minutes.
- Make the Creamy Smothered Sauce: Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of saved flour dredge over the caramelized onions. Stir to combine, allowing the flour to absorb any remaining fat in the pan. Slowly pour in 2 cups of chicken stock while stirring, ensuring there are no lumps. Add 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce and stir until the sauce starts to thicken. Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream, combining until smooth. Let the sauce simmer for another 2-3 minutes, until it’s thick and creamy.
- Add Chicken to Sauce: Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet, spooning the creamy onion sauce over each piece. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for a few minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot. Enjoy your savory, creamy caramelized onion smothered chicken!
Nutrition
Calories: 579kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 54g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 204mg | Sodium: 555mg | Potassium: 1194mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1033IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 3mg