Southern Smothered Chicken

Southern Smothered Chicken

1 servings
Start by putting a layer of rice down in a 9x13-inch dish...

Ingredients

  • 6-8 chicken thighs

    boneless, preferred

  • 2 cans condensed cream of cheddar soup

    10.75 oz.

  • 1 can condensed cream of herbed chicken

    10.75 oz.

  • 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 1/2 cups milk

    whole or 2%

  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese

    grated

  • 5 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
    to taste
  • bacon bits

    garnish, optional

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350º F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine cheddar and herbed chicken soups and whole milk and whisk until combined, then whisk in garlic, onion powder, paprika and red pepper flakes. Optional: stir in cheddar cheese if you don’t want to top the casserole with it later.

  3. 3

    Spread cooked rice out on the bottom of greased baking dish, then top with chicken thighs. Season liberally with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Pour soup mixture over chicken and rice, making sure everything is evenly coated, then top with cheddar cheese (if you didn’t already stir it into sauce) or bacon bits, if using.

  5. 5

    Place baking dish in oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

  6. 6

    Remove from oven and serve hot.

Southern Smothered Chicken

Southern Smothered Chicken

4.3(355)50 min1 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting, hearty meal that reminds you of home? This Southern Smothered Chicken recipe delivers tender chicken bathed in a rich, creamy sauce, all ready in just 50 minutes total time.

This recipe takes the essence of Southern comfort food and streamlines it with the smart use of condensed cream of cheddar and herbed chicken soups. These ingredients effortlessly create a deeply flavorful, velvety sauce that 'smothers' the chicken, ensuring a rich and satisfying meal without requiring hours in the kitchen.

You can expect wonderfully tender chicken thighs submerged in a rich, savory, and cheesy sauce. The combination of cream of cheddar and herbed chicken soups, blended with milk and sharp cheddar, creates a deeply comforting flavor profile, subtly enhanced by minced garlic, onion powder, and a hint of paprika and red pepper flakes. All of this goodness is built upon a base of fluffy white or brown rice, creating a hearty and satisfying one-dish meal that warms you from the inside out.

Want to make this dish your own? While boneless chicken thighs are preferred for their tenderness, you could use bone-in thighs if you adjust cooking time. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch more red pepper flakes for a spicier kick, or a different herb blend if desired. A sprinkle of bacon bits makes for a delightful, salty garnish.

This Southern Smothered Chicken is the ideal dish for a comforting family dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. Serve it simply to enjoy the full richness of its flavors.

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