Smothered Chicken in Onion Gravy

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Smothered Chicken in Onion Gravy, a soulful classic that's perfect for cozy family dinners. This recipe features tender, golden-browned bone-in chicken thighs simmered to perfection in a rich, savory onion gravy. The magic lies in the caramelized onions, which pair beautifully with fragrant garlic, a touch of fresh thyme, and a hint of creaminess. With just a handful of pantry staples like chicken broth, flour, and seasonings, this dish transforms into a hearty meal that's perfect over fluffy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or buttery biscuits. Ready in just under an hour, this one-skillet wonder is the ultimate combination of simplicity and indulgence, offering a restaurant-quality dish right from your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 medium Yellow onions (thinly sliced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme (optional)
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 2

Dredge the chicken in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the flour for later.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and caramelized.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Sprinkle the reserved 1 tablespoon of flour over the onions and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add the thyme (if using) and bay leaf, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the onion gravy. Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender (internal temperature of 165°F).

Step 9

If you'd like a creamier gravy, stir in the heavy cream during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 10

Discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve the smothered chicken hot, spooned generously with onion gravy, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Pair with your choice of rice, mashed potatoes, or biscuits.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1545.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2293.6

Total Fat 175.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 614.8mg	0%
Sodium 4001.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.7g
Protein 123.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.3mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2328.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 10.3%