Smothered Chicken

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Smothered Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (any color)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Season the Chicken:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
   • Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables:
   • In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes, until they are soft and beginning to caramelize.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce:
   • Reduce the heat to medium.
   • Add the chicken broth to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
   • Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can whisk in 1 tablespoon of flour at this point.
   • Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
5. Combine Chicken and Sauce:
   • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
   • Spoon some of the sauce and vegetables over the chicken.
6. Optional: Add Cheese:
   • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the chicken and sauce. Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
   • Serve the smothered chicken over rice, mashed potatoes, or with a side of your favorite vegetables.

Enjoy your delicious smothered chicken!