Smothered Chicken

by girlstar742 · January 10, 2026

Smothered chicken is a classic comfort-food dinner featuring tender, pan-seared chicken breasts topped with caramelized onions, savory gravy, and melted cheese. Rich, hearty, and incredibly satisfying, this dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or family-style meals.

This one-pan recipe comes together easily with simple ingredients and delivers bold, homestyle flavor every time. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or with a side of green beans for a comforting meal that never disappoints.

This is a Simply Made Recipe provided by Lilly Ashley. Good recipes, without the paragraphs and fluff to sift through. Save the sifting for the baking!

Prep Time, Cook Time & Yield

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1½ cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Season the chicken

Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

2. Sear the chicken

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Cook the onions

Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and sliced onions to the skillet. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and caramelized.

4. Make the gravy

In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of chicken broth. Pour remaining broth into the skillet, then stir in the cornstarch mixture. Simmer until the gravy thickens.