Description
Succulent chicken with creamy gravy nestles perfectly over pillowy mashed potatoes, creating a comfort classic that warms hearts and satisfies hunger. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising a delightful meal you’ll savor with each comforting bite.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
Cooking Fats and Thickeners:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) butter
- 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
Liquid and Creamy Components:
- 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
Serving Base:
- 4 cups (960 ml) prepared mashed potatoes
Instructions
- Warm olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, creating a golden sear on chicken breasts for 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a separate plate.
- Dust the same skillet with flour, whisking vigorously to create a smooth base and eliminate raw flour taste, cooking for approximately 60 seconds.
- Gradually stream chicken broth into the skillet, stirring continuously to prevent lumps, and allow the mixture to gently bubble and thicken.
- Pour heavy cream into the simmering liquid, creating a luxurious, velvety sauce. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until gravy reaches a rich, coating consistency.
- Carefully nestle seared chicken back into the creamy gravy, reducing heat to low and allowing the meat to finish cooking through, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Plate the tender chicken atop a cloud of fluffy mashed potatoes, generously draping the silky gravy over the entire dish for maximum flavor absorption.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to an even thickness to ensure consistent cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Create a golden-brown crust by patting chicken dry before cooking and using a hot skillet with a mix of butter and olive oil for enhanced flavor and perfect searing.
- Prevent lumpy gravy by whisking flour thoroughly and adding liquid gradually while constantly stirring to achieve a smooth, silky texture.
- Transform this dish into a gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend, maintaining the same creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 0 minutes
- Cook Time: 24-26 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 525 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg