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Southern Smothered Chicken Recipe

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By Rosie Published: June 9, 2023 Updated: July 11, 2023
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This Southern smothered chicken is packed with flavor. Tender chicken cooked in a creamy homemade onion and garlic gravy. It’s the ultimate Soul Food!

A close up image of Southern smothered chicken, cooking in a creamy onion gravy in a skillet on the stovetop.
Table of Contents
  1. What Is Smothered Chicken?
  2. Ingredients for Southern Smothered Chicken
  3. How to Make Southern Smothered Chicken
  4. FAQs and Recipe Tips for Southern Smothered Chicken
  5. Southern Smothered Chicken Recipe

Whenever I make this Southern smothered chicken recipe, it reminds me of my childhood. Every Sunday, my mom would make a bigger-than-usual Southern-style Sunday dinner. The table always had sweet cornbread, collard greens with ham hocks, potato salad, and so much more. Sometimes there was catfish or ribs; but most of the time, it was chicken.

My mom made the best Southern smothered chicken when I was younger (I have her beat now!). My mother’s mothered chicken recipe had lots of gravy and onions and chicken so tender it would fall off the bone, all served over rice. I couldn’t get enough! On those warm weather days when we’d eat dinners outside, the whole block would be beggin’ for a bite, but I’d never share! Now that I’m grown and know how to cook, I’ve perfected my very own recipe for Southern smothered chicken, and in this post, I’m going to show you how to make it!

What Is Smothered Chicken?

Smothered chicken is a true Southern comfort food right outta the heart of the South. It’s made up of succulent pan-fried chicken that’s cooked in the creamiest brown gravy you can imagine. If y’all have been around for a while, you know that I have no shortage of smothered recipes. I’ve made smothered pork chops, smothered turkey necks, smothered oxtail, and a smothered beef roast. I even have recipes for smothered potatoes and smothered cabbage. You know you’re a true Southern Soul Food cook when you’re stocked full of smothered recipes!

Ingredients for Southern Smothered Chicken

So, first things first: what ingredients do you need to make smothered chicken? The good news is, like with many of my recipes, you probably have a lot of the ingredients already in your kitchen. This smothered chicken recipe is super flavorful and easy to make. Here’s everything you need.

  • Chicken: I use chicken thighs and legs and keep the skin on.
  • Onion & Garlic: aromatics to flavor the creamy onion gravy.
  • Chicken Broth & Whole Milk: the liquid base of the gravy.
  • All-Purpose Flour: for browning the chicken and thickening the gravy.
  • Seasonings: I use a combination of salt, black pepper, poultry seasoning, celery seed, onion powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  • Vegetable Oil: just a little bit is needed to help pan-fry the chicken.

Supplies & Equipment Needed:

  • Large Bowl: for mixing the seasoned flour mixture and breading the chicken.
  • Measuring Spoons: to measure out the seasonings.
  • Measuring Cups: to measure the liquid ingredients.
  • Kitchen Utensils: you’ll need a whisk, spatula or spoon, tongs, and a sharp knife for this recipe.
  • Large Skillet: like a cast iron skillet, for this mostly one-pan meal.
  • Paper Towel or Wire Rack: to drain the browned chicken after quick frying.

How to Make Southern Smothered Chicken

Making this soul food style smothered chicken could not be easier. We are going to brown the chicken and then cook the chicken in homemade creamy brown gravy that will also go great over mashed potatoes or rice! It’s a one-skillet meal that is oh-so-flavorful; it’s the definition of classic comfort food.

Smothered Chicken Video Tutorial

If you want the exact ingredient measurements and instructions, scroll on down to the recipe card at the end of this post! If you’re a visual learner, watch my step-by-step smothered chicken recipe video tutorial below. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel to see hundreds more delicious Southern and Soul Food recipes!

Step 1: Bread and Fry the Chicken

The first step is to dredge the chicken pieces in a seasoned flour mixture. To start, add the flour and seasonings into a large bowl and whisk together. If the flour is clumpy, run it through a sifter to get rid of lumps. Pat the (clean) chicken pieces dry with a paper towel, then coat the chicken, making sure it’s completely covered with that seasoned flour. Don’t toss out that excess flour—we’ll be using it to make our creamy gravy!

Next, we’re going to brown the chicken. Heat some vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, then fry the chicken on all sides until it’s nice and golden brown. Don’t worry if the chicken isn’t completely cooked through—it’ll finish cooking in the gravy. We just want that nice, crispy browned chicken to have some flavor before smothering in the onion gravy.

Step 2: Make the Onion Gravy

Once the chicken is done browning, remove it from the pan and set it aside for a few minutes. Leave the oil and all those gloriously flavorful chicken drippings in the bottom of the pan! Toss the sliced onions into the pan and cook until soft and tender, about 2-3 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes. We don’t want to burn the garlic, or it will turn bitter and ruin the whole dish. Remove as much of the onion and garlic as possible before moving on to making the gravy.

Add a heaping tablespoon of that seasoned flour into the pan cook it for 1-2 minutes until it’s browned a little. Next, add the chicken broth and whole milk, stirring until everything is well combined. Don’t worry if the gravy looks a little thin at this point—it will thicken up while it cooks, turning into a creamy, flavorful, seasoned chicken gravy.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken in the Gravy

Finally, toss everything back into the skillet—the sauteed onions and garlic, and that browned chicken. Make sure it’s all nice and coated in the gravy, and then you’re going to cover the pan and let that smothered chicken cook for 30-35 minutes. At the end, you’ll have the creamiest onion gravy and fall-off-the-bone tender smothered chicken. I hope your mouth is watering just thinking about it, Cousins!

FAQs and Recipe Tips for Southern Smothered Chicken

I want y’all to make the most delicious version of this Southern food classic, so if you’ve got questions on how to perfect this recipe, I’ve got answers! Feel free to leave a comment down below letting me know how you customized this recipe, made it your own, or if you have any questions about ingredients or directions!

What are the best chicken pieces to use for smothered chicken?

In my Southern smothered chicken recipe, I prefer to use chicken drumsticks and thighs. I am a dark meat girl, and these cuts of chicken are juicy and tender when perfectly cooked. However, you could easily make this with chicken wings or boneless chicken breast. Pro-tip: if you prefer chicken breast, tenderize the surface of the breast with a meat tenderizer. This will help the seasoned flour breading stick, as well as thin out the breasts slightly so they cook more evenly. Keep in mind that the cooking times may change with other pieces of chicken. You always want the chicken cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Can I use heavy cream instead of milk for the gravy?

You sure can! Using heavy cream will result in a thicker, creamier gravy. You’ll want to use just a little bit less cream than the required measurement to account for the extra thickness of the cream.

What other seasonings can I use in smothered chicken?

You can use whatever seasonings your heart desires! If I used a seasoning or spice you don’t love, leave it out! Some other seasonings that would work great with smothered chicken and gravy are:

  • Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a bit of heat.
  • Cajun seasoning or Creole seasoning for more of that Southern flavor.
  • Italian seasoning for more herbiness.
  • Chili powder adds a smokiness that pairs well with smoked paprika.
  • Chicken bouillon powder or cubes amplify that umami chicken flavor in the gravy.

Can I freeze leftover smothered chicken?

If there are any leftovers (not likely with this recipe 😉), you can freeze them for up to three months! Leftovers are best stored in an airtight container and will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days.

Can I use a gravy mix instead of making homemade gravy?

You certainly can, but let me tell you—making homemade gravy is crazy simple and way more delicious than a store-bought gravy mix! However, if you go the semi-homemade route, I’d suggest a brown gravy, peppered gravy, or mushroom gravy.

What to Serve with Southern Smothered Chicken

I typically serve my smothered chicken recipe over white rice and call it a day, but this Southern recipe pairs with plenty of delicious side dishes as well. To make a complete meal, serve smothered chicken with:

  • Creamy mashed potatoes, cheesy scalloped potatoes, or Southern-style green beans and potatoes
  • Collard greens, collards and cabbage, or collard greens dressing
  • Buttermilk biscuits or homemade dinner rolls
  • Southern potato salad

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A close up image of smothered chicken thighs cooked in a creamy gravy. Above the image is yellow and white text on a black background that says, “Sothern Smothered Chicken”.
Smothered Chicken

Southern Smothered Chicken Recipe

This Southern Smothered Chicken is made with golden browned chicken with an onion and garlic gravy that's perfect over your starch of choice. This is true Southern comfort.
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Course Dinner
Cuisine Soul Food, Southern
Keyword smothered chicken, Southern Smothered Chicken
Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes minutes
Total Time 1 hour hour
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs chicken legs or thighs
  • 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp celery seed
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 medium sized onion chopped

Instructions

  • Start off by making sure that all of the chicken is nice and clean.
  • Pour 1 1/2 cup flour into a large bowl, and add in seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, celery seed, poultry seasoning, and smoked paprika. Mix until well incorporated.
  • Coat the chicken with the seasoned flour; make sure you coat all surfaces. Reserve the seasoned flour for making the gravy.
  • Pour 1/4 cup of vegetable oil into a large pan, then place the plan over medium heat.
  • Start adding in the chicken, but be sure to not over-crowd the pan (use a pan big enough to hold all of the chicken).
  • Cook the chicken until it is golden brown (DO NOT worry about cooking the chicken until done, because we will cook it some more).
  • Once the chicken is nice and browned, remove it from the pan. Leave the oil in the pan.
  • Toss in the onions and cook them for about 2 minutes, then add in the garlic. Once the garlic is in the pan, let it cook for an additional minute, then remove the onions and garlic from the pan.
  • Add three tbsp of the seasoned flour (the same flour that you coat the chicken with) to the pan. Stir in with the oil.
  • Next, pour in 2 cups of chicken broth. Whisk in while pouring in the broth. Make sure there aren't any lumps.
  • Let the gravy cook for about 2 minutes (still on medium heat), then pour 1 cup of milk into the pan.
  • Let the creamy gravy cook for about 3 minutes, then start adding the chicken back into the pan, as well as the onions and garlic. Make sure all of the chicken is coated with the creamy gravy.
  • Place a lid on the pan, then let the chicken cook for 30-35 minutes. Be sure to occasionally turn the chicken.
  • Once done, serve the chicken with rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite Southern side dishes.
  • Enjoy!

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  1. Ms Yaya says

    February 25, 2015 at 6:48 pm

    Yasssssss honey! Your recipes are gonna get some girls some rings!!!!!!!! lol

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    • Brenda says

      February 26, 2015 at 11:25 am

      Ha ha ha love that comment .

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    • GG says

      March 1, 2015 at 2:10 pm

      I hope I’m one of those gals getting a ring!

      Reply
      • Rosie says

        March 1, 2015 at 2:46 pm

        You’ll get that ring hunty!!!! XOXO

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        • Torianna Campbell says

          December 13, 2017 at 5:07 pm

          Thank you for this recipe I made it today for the first time and I say that i loved it and will continue to make it another time.

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          • Rosie says

            December 16, 2017 at 8:30 am

            Thanks for trying my recipe!

        • Adarya Shipp says

          December 9, 2018 at 3:29 pm

          5 stars
          Can you make video of you making the. Smothered chicken

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          • Rosie says

            December 10, 2018 at 1:29 pm

            There is a video 🙂

        • Lavell says

          July 12, 2023 at 2:05 am

          5 stars
          Thank you so much for the advice that was amazingly good. Yummy!

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        • Cindy says

          July 18, 2023 at 9:46 pm

          So similar to my mom’s smothered chicken! Good, old-fashioned, stick-to-your-ribs cooking! I’m so glad I found you. I already have one of your cookbooks, but I enjoy watching your videos. Thank you for all that you do! God Bless!

          Reply
      • Jay says

        May 21, 2024 at 4:02 pm

        5 stars
        My family loved this recipe this is the only way I would make smothered chicken for know own. Thanks!

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    • Barbara says

      January 11, 2016 at 11:52 am

      hahaha so true 😀

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    • Veronica Gullet says

      September 30, 2017 at 11:33 am

      Yessssss

      Reply
    • Piper says

      July 29, 2018 at 7:07 am

      5 stars
      I agree!!! They have been a godsend for me

      Reply
    • Tomeka Yanez says

      February 17, 2019 at 3:35 pm

      Wow delicious family love it ..thanks

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    • Vanetta Shambry says

      August 7, 2020 at 5:45 am

      This looks delicious and so simple! Please keep your recipes coming.

      Reply
    • Daniella says

      November 4, 2021 at 8:00 am

      loving this comment!

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    • Frier Vanessa G says

      January 26, 2023 at 4:46 pm

      Your smothered chicken looks Awesome and I can’t wait to try it.‼️

      Reply
    • Antoinette H says

      April 1, 2023 at 6:44 am

      5 stars
      Love your recipes

      Reply
  2. John Wright says

    February 25, 2015 at 9:09 pm

    I enjoy your videos and recipes. Thanks so much for your effort. I love to cook myself and I’m always looking for new things to try. I have used several of your recipes , there usually aren’t any leftover, but if there are left overs someone eats them the nest day.

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    • Rosie says

      February 26, 2015 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks John! I hope you enjoy the recipe as much I do!

      Reply
      • Jim says

        November 11, 2023 at 1:17 pm

        5 stars
        So glad I found you. This is the second time I have made this recipe and my wife loves it. The homemade gravy is the Bomb!

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          November 14, 2023 at 6:39 am

          Thanks for trying my recipe!

          Reply
      • Lori says

        February 4, 2025 at 1:01 pm

        Awesome chicken! Taste, texture and meal, turned out to be a family favorite. Thank you

        Reply
  3. Fototravlr01 says

    February 25, 2015 at 11:14 pm

    I started following your recipes several months ago. I am an experienced cook and with each recipe of yours that I prepare, I sincerely appreciate the quality of the flavors found in your dishes. Outstanding! My current favorite – Chicken smothered in onion & garlic gravy. Thank you for sharing your talent.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      February 26, 2015 at 12:14 pm

      Thank you! I’m glad that you’ve been liking the recipes!

      Reply
      • Ameena says

        March 15, 2015 at 8:57 am

        Hi Rosie your recipes are just wonderful…..love it

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          March 15, 2015 at 9:24 am

          Thank you Ameena! XOXO

          Reply
          • Frank Ebell says

            August 10, 2017 at 2:48 pm

            5 stars
            SUPERB! I made this tonight and my wife, son and I loved it! It’s a keeper for sure! I’d give 10 stars if I could. I followed this recipe exactly. This was SUPERB!

          • Rosie says

            August 10, 2017 at 9:00 pm

            So glad that you liked the recipe Frank!

        • Peggy says

          February 6, 2018 at 8:33 am

          Hi Rosie, I try your smothered turkey wings delicious my friends love it I trying your smothered chicken today Thank you for sharing your recipes.

          Reply
      • Doni says

        March 29, 2017 at 3:31 pm

        Made this for dinner tonight, man oh man, was it good. The whole family loved it. I doubled it, feeding a family of six, none was left over. I live in the south, and know good smotherd chicken, you nailed it!! I am glad I found your blog, will be back for some more great ideas.
        Thank you for sharing!!

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        • Rosie says

          March 29, 2017 at 5:15 pm

          Hi Doni! I’m glad that you liked my recipe! 😀

          Reply
  4. Brenda says

    February 26, 2015 at 11:24 am

    I just ran across this an it sounds good . Fixing to try it , will let you know how i do . Thanks great videos !

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    • Rosie says

      February 26, 2015 at 12:13 pm

      Thank you Brenda! I appreciate you coming by! XOXO

      Reply
      • Brenda says

        March 1, 2015 at 11:46 am

        It was awesome …. I added alittle more spices than called for but it was great … Thanks so much !

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        • Rosie says

          March 1, 2015 at 2:50 pm

          Thanks for giving it a try!! XOXO

          Reply
    • Tracy says

      July 26, 2020 at 12:38 am

      5 stars
      Loved it. Made it last night but with chicken breasts and it was delicious. I added a little more pepper to the gravy and a small amount of chicken bouillon.

      In your main photo I assume the green pieces were Parsley or Green onions, so added some chopped on top from my garden and it was so good.

      I haven’t had smothered chicken since I was a kid when myfather made it. Yumm. Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
  5. Jolyne says

    February 27, 2015 at 5:49 am

    After watching your video I noticed there are 7 spices used, but you only mention 6. What’s the mystery spice?

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    • Rosie says

      February 27, 2015 at 2:28 pm

      Great eye!!! I can’t believe that I forgot that. It’s 1 tsp of poultry seasoning. 🙂

      Reply
  6. CaSondra says

    March 1, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    One of my friend shared this video on Facebook today and I knew I had to make. With the rainy weather we had today here in California this was the perfect dinner. My family was definitely comfortable eating this comfort food. My 6 year old son was also happy with tonight’s dinner.

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    • Rosie says

      March 2, 2015 at 7:55 pm

      Hi CaSondra! I’m glad that you’re friend shared the recipe, and you gave it a try!!! My 7 year old loves the chicken as well!! Thanks for coming by hun! Definitely stay in touch! XOXO

      Reply
  7. Pat Johnson says

    March 2, 2015 at 11:25 am

    OMG, I ‘m writing this review while I’m eating my smothered chicken, and rice. It’s soooooooooo good! Thanks for the receipt!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 2, 2015 at 7:56 pm

      Thank YOU for giving it a try!

      Reply
  8. Neeli says

    March 2, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    Rosie, this is the real deal here. I love smothered chicken and haven’t had it in a long time. Yummy, this looks so good. What I love about your blog and recipes is that you post recipes that you and your family actually eat and enjoy, and that makes me have so much respect for you. So many times I see food bloggers posting recipes that other bloggers are posting and that to me isn’t authentic, but not you, you keep it real. Great recipe.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:02 pm

      Aww. Thanks Neeli! I try to be as as real as possible. My goal is to show people the foods I grew up on, and cook for my family. I never want to stray away from that 🙂

      Reply
      • Neeli says

        March 9, 2015 at 6:34 pm

        Hey Rosie, this is the first time that I’ve tried a recipe from your blog and I have to say that it was delicious, my family put a hurtin’ on it. I used chicken thighs and thought that it was so good. Keep up the good work and I look forward to making more recipes from your blog.

        Reply
  9. Glenette says

    March 4, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    This recipe was absolutely delicious

    Reply
  10. Martha Smith says

    March 4, 2015 at 5:31 pm

    Rosie, your recipes are just wonderful. I am glad I am receiving them on my email. You cook like the old folks down south. Thanks keep cooking and sending us good recipes my ladies group will love this Southern Smothered Chicken.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 6, 2015 at 11:20 am

      Thank you hunny!! That is definitely my goal! To remind you of that good old school down south cookin’ 🙂

      Reply
  11. Sonya Hall says

    March 5, 2015 at 7:28 pm

    Hi Rosie,
    I found you on YouTube because I wanted to try different southern style dishes other than the norm. I came to this page and I am so glad I did. I followed the receive and added all the spices except 2 (poultry seasoning and celery seed) and it turned out perfect. This was my first time actually making gravy and I’m so happy that my family enjoyed it. Thank you so much for sharing and I will be trying other dishes soon.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 6, 2015 at 11:19 am

      I’m glad that you liked the recipe Sonya! XOXO

      Reply
  12. Adrienne says

    March 31, 2015 at 9:36 am

    I plan in trying this recipe tonight. I am not a fan of thighs or drums. Would it be the same with wings?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 4, 2015 at 4:33 pm

      The only difference would be the cooking time, since wings are smaller.

      Reply
  13. Crystal says

    April 14, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    OMG! I’m not a big fan of gravy but I thought this was a simple southern-style recipe and gave it a try…..
    This is EASILY the tastiest, most flavorful chicken I’ve ever eaten. Words cannot describe how good this was. It’ll be my go-to recipe when I need to impress guests. It’s soooo good, I’m selfish and don’t want to share it with my mom lol. It’s soooo good, my boyfriend scraped the plate while trying to eat. Keep up the good work! This was the second recipe I’ve tried –the first was one macaroni and cheese that I made for a holiday dinner– I’m you’re number one fan!

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    • Rosie says

      April 16, 2015 at 11:21 am

      I’m so glad that you liked the recipe sweetie!! XOXO

      Reply
  14. Haley says

    April 26, 2015 at 12:29 pm

    I just found your website, and all I have to say is where has it been all my life? I cannot wait to make this southern chicken for my midwestern husband later this week! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 26, 2015 at 1:11 pm

      Awesome!! Let me know how it turns out for you! XOXO

      Reply
  15. Beverly says

    April 27, 2015 at 4:46 pm

    Saw your sight today and I love how you show how to make these recipes, I can’t wait to make the Smothered Chicken I have your page on my desktop THANK YOU SO MUCH

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 28, 2015 at 11:24 am

      Awesome!! Enjoy the smothered Chicken darlin’!

      Reply
  16. Melveen says

    April 28, 2015 at 8:38 pm

    This looks so good! I want to try it but my father in law is lactose intolerant 🙁 can I substitute the whole milk for lactose intolerant friendly milk?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 6, 2015 at 11:59 am

      Sure! Use whatever milk works for you. 🙂

      Reply
    • Ariana Robinson says

      January 24, 2023 at 5:41 pm

      5 stars
      I did it without the milk and it was soooo good!! I’m lactose intolerant. I just added a few cubes of potato for the creaminess,?a little more water and seasoned to taste. It came out awesome! Will definitely add this recipe to the meals rotation.

      Reply
  17. Kat Taylor says

    April 29, 2015 at 3:24 pm

    I made this for the very first time tonight and there are no words to describe how delicious it was. My husband has requested I out this on the menu a few times a month and my son told me I knew how to make his belly happy . Thank you for sharing this recipe and I will most Definitely be using your site again.

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    • Rosie says

      May 6, 2015 at 12:02 pm

      AWESOME!! I’m glad that your family enjoyed the smothered chicken! XOXO

      Reply
  18. Genevieve says

    April 29, 2015 at 8:54 pm

    OMG! Almost 11pm in bed and I want to make and eat this up! Looks DELICIOUS!!! I saw the video of this recipe bubbling up in all it’s goodness. 🙂 Do you know if this would work using boneless chicken? How do you think the cooking time would change? Thank you in advance.
    -gen SA, TX

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    • Rosie says

      May 6, 2015 at 12:06 pm

      Hi Genevieve. Yes, you can certainly use boneless chicken for this recipe. Also, the cooking time should be a little less, But not much.

      Reply
  19. Beverly says

    April 30, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    Oh my I made this tonight and it is so good, chicken nice and tender and the gravy is yummy IT IS a keeper for this household THANK YOU

    Reply
  20. Diane says

    May 3, 2015 at 8:28 am

    Thank You Rosie, you just made me a happy cooker. Love all your recipes.

    Reply
  21. Verne says

    May 6, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    My sister made this yesterday and she said it was so easy to make and my nephews ( very picky eaters) enjoyed it as well:-)

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:13 am

      Awesome! glad that they liked it!

      Reply
  22. Jennifer says

    May 7, 2015 at 9:03 am

    Either I haven’t eaten in a week or your recipes look amazing because I’m drooling on my computer (ok, I may have licked the screen). I’m going to try this smothered chicken, and then you are bookmarked for future drooling. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:16 am

      LOL! thanks for coming by!

      Reply
  23. Pat says

    May 7, 2015 at 3:57 pm

    Rosie, I made this dish today; it was delicious! I know you said to keep the heat on medium, but I don’t know if you are using gas heat or electric heat. I am using electric heat, and I had to keep it a little higher than medium.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 27, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      I use a electric stove & oven 🙂

      Reply
  24. Jason says

    May 11, 2015 at 9:47 am

    So I am going to try this for dinner tonight, this looks freaking amazing. Although the facebook page that I found this recipe on had only half of the ingredients
    https://www.facebook.com/jomkerjadarirumah/videos/10153163234564553/ anyways, when I get done making it tonight, i’ll tell you how it turned out 🙂

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  25. Tiffany says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:33 am

    Your recipes are devine ms.Diva!!!! I just tried the smothered chicken and gravy over rice,and served it with some cheddar buscuits,my hubby and daughter were in heaven,lol. Keep up the great work..

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    • Rosie says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:38 am

      I’m glad that you liked it!

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  26. Michael Smith says

    May 13, 2015 at 12:26 pm

    Loved this recipe, made it for the family the other day using some boneless chicken thighs and they loved it. I added a little chopped up capricola and a jalapeno and it turned out great. Saving this one for sure.

    M

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    • Rosie says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:38 am

      Thanks for trying out my recipe!

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  27. sheena says

    May 17, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    I tried this recipe today for the first time but I used boneless chicken and it was AMAZING!!! Even my picky kids loved it! Thanks for sharing your recipes..I will definitely be trying out a lot more of them

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    • Rosie says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:24 am

      AWESOME!!! Thanks for giving my recipe a try.

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  28. Sharonica says

    May 27, 2015 at 3:54 pm

    Hi Rosie, I just cooked this Southern Smothered Chicken and it was so good my family really enjoyed it, thank you for the recipe. I will definitely be trying some of your other recipes.

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    • Rosie says

      May 27, 2015 at 4:09 pm

      Thanks for giving it a try!

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  29. Olga says

    June 8, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    I have been in a bit of a cooking rut lately. I was trying a bunch of new recipes, but none of them were that great 🙁 I stumbled across this recipe via YouTube and thought I would give it a try. Wow, this tasted so good! I feel like I have groove back 🙂 I can’t wait to try some of your other recipes. Thank you!

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    • Rosie says

      June 10, 2015 at 7:11 pm

      Thanks for coming by olga

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  30. carol kile says

    June 15, 2015 at 7:31 am

    Rosie I just love your recipes. I don’t know if its me or what but can you tell me where to find smoky paprika ? I’ve looked and looked. I’m I missing something somewhere ? Please help ! I’m also going to order your cookbook i can’t wait to get it. Super excited since all your recipes are big hits with my family. Thank you ! Wishing you a blessed day. xo

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    • Rosie says

      June 19, 2015 at 6:24 pm

      Hi Carol! I buy my smoked paprika at Trader Joes. I think Safeway has it as well. 🙂

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      • Carol Kile says

        June 20, 2015 at 7:17 am

        Thank you ! I’ll head to trader Joe’s today. Love any excuse to go there lol.. Have a wonderful weekend Rosie !!!

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        • Rosie says

          June 20, 2015 at 8:12 am

          No problem! Enjoy your weekend as well! XOXO

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  31. dcrowell says

    June 19, 2015 at 11:34 am

    I love your recipes, I am a sub on your Youtube channel , I have made some of your recipes and they turned out great, you are a great cook.

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    • Rosie says

      June 19, 2015 at 6:25 pm

      Thank you! I appreciate you subscribing to my YouTube channel!! XOXO

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  32. Carol Kile says

    June 22, 2015 at 11:20 am

    Rosie I have a question for you. Do you have any recipes for fried chicken gizzards ? My kids and I just love them and I’d love to find a good recipe for them. Thank you, Carol

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    • Rosie says

      June 30, 2015 at 5:07 pm

      Hi Carol! I do have a recipe for fried chicken gizzards, but it’s not posted. I will try to upload it soon.

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      • carol kile says

        July 1, 2015 at 8:07 am

        Thank you !

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  33. Bambi moser says

    July 22, 2015 at 8:04 am

    Was looking on here for chicken leg recipes and came across this thank God all you ever see is a lot of baked fried are barbecue and I’m going to try this but would you have anything for pork chops my husband don’t like them unless I make in a gravy says other ways it’s always dry any idea on other ways to cook them I loved the video thanks for sharing

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    • Rosie says

      July 29, 2015 at 3:07 pm

      Hello! Yes, I have a smothered pork chop recipe as well.

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  34. Ruth Ramirez says

    August 4, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    Can I just say…..ooooooommmmmmmggggeeerrrdddddd!!!!!
    I just finished making this and my family is in love with this meal. My husband said,add it to your meal plans.. Kids say,bomb.com This was a hit. Thanks for a great recipe and sharing your family story. I topped it over rice. It was AMAZZZZIIINNGG!!!

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    • Rosie says

      August 12, 2015 at 7:02 pm

      Thank you for giving my recipe a try!

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  35. Chaniece says

    September 7, 2015 at 12:26 pm

    Rosie!!!! I’ve made several of your receipes I’m so greatful for you! Because of you I’m stepping outside of my weekly meals and you are very, very informative! Not only that but usually your meals go far in my house hold I’m looking forward to trying this smothered chicken this week!

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    • Rosie says

      September 10, 2015 at 4:25 pm

      Awesome Chaniece! I’m glad that I could help! XOXO

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  36. Jessica says

    September 7, 2015 at 4:24 pm

    Hi I love your recipes ! If I make this without the poultry seasoning and celeray seeds will it still have a great taste? I’m not familiar with those two seasonings so I am a bit skeptical… But only because I don’t know what they tast like.

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    • Rosie says

      September 10, 2015 at 4:25 pm

      It won’t taste the same, but you can give it a try.

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  37. Shanti H says

    September 7, 2015 at 6:04 pm

    i tried smothered pork chops which i LOVE but most of the time the meat turns out tough to chew. I found this recipe on pinterest and has been on our weekly menu rotation ever since. Serve it with noodles and steamed veggies… BOOM!!! Thank you for sharing

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    • Rosie says

      September 10, 2015 at 4:26 pm

      Thanks for trying my recipe Shanti! XOXO

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  38. Juli says

    September 14, 2015 at 4:24 pm

    I have been watching all your videos and coveting all of your recipes. I think I am in love! Making this now and the house smells ahhhmazing! Keep the soul food coming!

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    • Rosie says

      September 16, 2015 at 9:57 am

      Hi! I’m glad that you like my recipes 🙂

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  39. ruby hughes says

    October 12, 2015 at 5:44 am

    Hi Rosie, i was looking for a new recipe for smothered chicken and just happenened up on your wed site, best discovery ever. i tried this recipe last week after watching the video and it was so good. thank you so much. your recipes are so easy to follow and calls for everything i keep in my kitchen. thanks again, your are the best.

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    • Rosie says

      October 12, 2015 at 2:30 pm

      Thank you for trying my recipe Ruby. I’m glad that you found my website!

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  40. Stephanie DuBois says

    January 2, 2016 at 7:20 am

    Thank you for your recipes & blog, I grew up with a mom that did NOT cook at ALL would ask people that will only laugh and make jokes about how I didn’t know how to cook. I have always wanted to learn now I watch you on you tube, look at your pics on IG & use your recipes & they come out soooooo good, I’m so happy you have a desire to help others thank yo so much.

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  41. Teshanna Veasey says

    January 9, 2016 at 4:39 pm

    I’m a new cooker and every time I use one of your recipes my family loves it! Sometimes I have to step back like “Did I just cook that?” Lol but, thanks for the awesome recipes keep them coming!!!

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    • Rosie says

      January 11, 2016 at 8:02 pm

      Hi Teshanna!!! THANK YOU for trying my recipes hunny!

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  42. Amy L says

    January 17, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    Rosie, this was absolutely fabulous! My southern husband just loved this. It was the best tasting chicken gravy I have ever made. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. The video was so helpful too! Cheers!

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    • Rosie says

      January 17, 2016 at 8:16 pm

      Hi Amy! I’m glad that you liked the recipe! XOXO

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  43. Summer says

    January 20, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    I love this recipe for date night! But I was wondering if I could use boneless and if so what kind should I get??

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    • Rosie says

      January 24, 2016 at 7:28 pm

      You sure can 🙂

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  44. Saeisa says

    March 24, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    HI rosier I LOVE YOUR WEBSITE AND ALL YOUR RECIPES YOU ARE A LIFE SAVER lol question ?? Can I cook this in the oven ?? My large skillet only holds about 4-6 pieces of chicken depending on size and I liked this so much the first time I made this I wanted to know if there was a way for me to make this in the oven so I can add more.

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    • Rosie says

      March 25, 2016 at 12:20 am

      Definitely. You can brown everything, and make the gravy in the pan, then transfer it to the oven. 🙂

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  45. Jen says

    June 29, 2016 at 3:54 pm

    5 stars
    This is the BEST chicken and gravy. The only one i’ll ever have to use. I forgot to buy milk so i had to use a can of evaporated milk i had on hand and it was just as delicious..In fact, next time i will only use the canned milk, just gave it a richer flavor.

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    • Rosie says

      June 29, 2016 at 6:21 pm

      So glad that you liked the recipe Jen! XOXO

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  46. Shina says

    July 22, 2016 at 5:34 am

    This looks amazing will be giving it a try tonite God willing

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  47. mg says

    August 1, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    5 stars
    This is fabulous. Thanks for sharing.

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  48. Mama T says

    August 17, 2016 at 6:54 am

    Hi Rosie! I Am from the south, Mississippi! My grandmother use to cook smothered chicken and we all loved it growing up! Best part was to make a big old pan of cornbread and put that gravy over it! . I’m gonna try your tonight, will give you a review on the results. Thanks!!

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    • Rosie says

      August 17, 2016 at 9:12 am

      Keep me updated! XOXO

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  49. Diana says

    September 28, 2016 at 4:39 pm

    5 stars
    I was nervous about making this recipe because I am fairly new at cooking , I got enough courage to make it today it was not that complicated the way you wrote instructions and the video helped a lot ! I had it ready for dinner when my husband walked in from work .
    My husband cleaned the plate and said ” Wow its like a chef came and made this ! Lol it was soo good !! We even High-fived at the end of dinner !!!!

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    • Rosie says

      September 28, 2016 at 8:17 pm

      You go girl!!! *High-Five*!!!

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  50. Lex says

    October 11, 2016 at 7:34 am

    I made this for dinner last night and it was sooooooo DELICIOUS!!!
    Even though i used all chicken breast, the chicken was super moist and just full of flavor.
    Thank you so much for all your delicious recipes, im in love with your website.

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    • Rosie says

      October 11, 2016 at 12:29 pm

      Hi Lex! Thanks for trying my recipe. Please come by often to check out new post! XOXO

      Reply
  51. Deb Bailey says

    January 10, 2017 at 7:52 am

    5 stars
    Southern Smothered Chicken Recipe – I only need to say: Sooooo good!

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    • Rosie says

      January 10, 2017 at 9:46 am

      YAY! Glad that you liked it!

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  52. Jennifer says

    January 28, 2017 at 4:42 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie, This smothered chicken was absolutely fabulous! My family gave it 5⭐️’S❣️You made it so easy and it looked just like you’d did! So happy I found your site! Warmest regards, Jennifer

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    • Rosie says

      January 28, 2017 at 7:33 pm

      HI Jennifer! I’m glad that you liked my recipe! XOXO

      Reply
  53. Arhonda says

    February 7, 2017 at 6:27 pm

    5 stars
    I am making this recipe now and it smells amazing! Tasted the gravy before putting the chicken back in and it’s definitely selfish!! Thank you for sharing your recipes with us! Every one I have made so far has been fabulous!

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  54. Arhonda says

    February 7, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    1 star
    I am making this recipe now and it smells amazing! Tasted the gravy before putting the chicken back in and it’s definitely delish!! Thank you for sharing your recipes with us! Every one I have made so far has been fabulous!

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  55. Arhonda says

    February 7, 2017 at 6:30 pm

    I am making this recipe now and it smells amazing! Tasted the gravy before putting the chicken back in and it’s definitely delish!! Thank you for sharing your recipes with us! Every one I have made so far has been fabulous! 5 Star recipe

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  56. Cindy says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:42 pm

    5 stars
    YUM! This sounds amazing girl!!! It sounds like a winner, soI’m going to make it soon! Thanks for the recipe. Cindy

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    • Rosie says

      February 20, 2017 at 3:54 pm

      Thanks for coming by Cindy!

      Reply
  57. Bobbi J says

    March 28, 2017 at 3:43 am

    5 stars
    How would I do this with boneless chicken?

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    • Rosie says

      March 28, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      You’d prepare it the same way, but the cooking time would be less.

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  58. Thomas says

    April 8, 2017 at 1:08 pm

    5 stars
    Hey rosie,
    I cooked the smoothered southern chicken and rice recipe it it was delicious and easy to follow the recipe.it brought back memories of my moms cooking now i can do myself . thank you looking forward to trying some of your other recipes.

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    • Rosie says

      April 8, 2017 at 2:42 pm

      Hi Thomas! I’m glad that you like the recipe. I have many more coming!

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  59. Frances says

    April 20, 2017 at 4:52 am

    5 stars
    I!m a 67 year old women from Memphis who just retired and pretty much cook the same recipes as you. BUT I have found a few new pointers and new ways (Neck Bones in the crockpot). I love your Website. Will be trying this one this week since you make your gravy differently and it sounds great. Keep up the good work.

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    • Rosie says

      April 20, 2017 at 12:37 pm

      Hi Frances! I’m so glad that you found my blog. Definitely try this recipe, and let me know what you think. XOXO

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  60. Tiffany says

    April 24, 2017 at 12:41 pm

    I’ve made this several times over the last 3 months, my fiance loves it. His brother will be in from out of town tomorrow night and I’ll be trying it out with boneless chicken breasts and thighs, more to go around.

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    • Rosie says

      April 24, 2017 at 4:24 pm

      Hey Tiffany! I’m so glad that you like my recipe! Boneless chicken breast sounds great!

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  61. Tiffany says

    April 24, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made this several times over the last 3 months, my fiance loves it. His brother will be in from out of town tomorrow night and I’ll be trying this out with boneless chicken breasts and thighs, more to go around.

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  62. Grace says

    June 8, 2017 at 6:24 am

    Hi Rosie, how would I cook the Smothered Chckem in the slow cooker instead of the oven? Thanks!

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  63. Sonja says

    June 29, 2017 at 5:53 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for my dinner tonight, It’s just me so not as much chick but the full recipe of the gravy.

    SO GOOD!

    This just begs for homemade drop dumplings or would dumplings not make it “smothered”? Lol, I’m a yankee girl.

    Rosie, thank you for all your wonderful recipes! I would love to see you on “CHopped” — you’d clean everyone’s clock!

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    • Rosie says

      June 29, 2017 at 6:06 pm

      OMG,that sounds good! The dumpling might take up too much of the gravy, but it still sounds delicious!

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  64. Shay says

    September 20, 2017 at 10:17 am

    5 stars
    Oh, my. This makes me want to run to the kitchen and start cooking.

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    • Rosie says

      September 20, 2017 at 10:30 am

      You gotta try this recipe. It’s amazing! 😀

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  65. Sherri says

    September 24, 2017 at 6:28 am

    Hi Rosie. I want to do this recipe with boneless skinless chicken breasts. What would I need to do differently?
    Thanks in advance for your response.

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    • Rosie says

      September 24, 2017 at 10:37 am

      Hi Sherri! Yes, you can use chicken breast. It will take less time to cook, so keep an eye on it. 😀

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  66. Aquila says

    October 16, 2017 at 8:25 pm

    4 stars
    This came out good. I love this recipe!

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    • Rosie says

      October 16, 2017 at 8:42 pm

      Thanks for trying!

      Reply
  67. Maureen says

    November 2, 2017 at 2:10 pm

    5 stars
    Hello, I just discovered you on YouTube. I love your videos straight to the point and you are so pleasant to listen to and watch! I am a very big fan! I thought I was a pretty good cook before but now with you by my side. …look out . Lol….just wanted to let you know that I love your recipes. Thanks so much for the cooking lessons. They are very much appreciated by me and my family, god bless
    Maureen

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    • Rosie says

      November 2, 2017 at 2:19 pm

      Awee!! Thanks so much for the kind words Maureen! Please subscribe to my blog if you haven’t already. I upload here more! XOXO

      Reply
  68. Jessica says

    November 29, 2017 at 2:25 pm

    Making this tonight, it sounds and smells so delicious!!

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  69. Charlette says

    December 8, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    5 stars
    I made this tonight but finished it off in the oven.. I added green onions, bell pepper, mushrooms and tomatoes to mine. All 6 drum sticks gone between me and a 6 year old child. Lol, this is a keeper. Thank you for the recipe

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    • Rosie says

      December 8, 2017 at 4:59 pm

      LOL!! Glad that you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  70. Qweet says

    December 31, 2017 at 6:14 pm

    I just made this and added some chicken bouillon so delicious. Thanks for sharing

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  71. Paula says

    January 1, 2018 at 10:54 am

    Wow, this recipe is delicious!! Thanks for sharing!!

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    • Rosie says

      January 1, 2018 at 8:31 pm

      Thanks for trying Paula!

      Reply
  72. Char says

    January 2, 2018 at 1:14 pm

    5 stars
    Loved this recipe came out sooo good.

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    • Rosie says

      January 2, 2018 at 1:40 pm

      Thanks for trying Char!

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  73. Ana Henning says

    January 5, 2018 at 2:34 pm

    Would anything about the cooking time changed if i used a whole cut up chicken instead of legs and thighs? Thanks in advance:)

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    • Rosie says

      January 5, 2018 at 6:21 pm

      Hi Ana! The cooking time may change. Just keep an eye on it 🙂

      Reply
  74. Latasha p says

    January 7, 2018 at 9:10 pm

    5 stars
    What if i dont have celery seed but can i use celery salt instead

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    • Rosie says

      January 8, 2018 at 10:35 am

      I don’t suggest adding celery salt. That’s would be adding more salt to the recipe.

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  75. Tami says

    January 21, 2018 at 10:05 am

    This looks so good! Can it be made in a crockpot?

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    • Rosie says

      January 21, 2018 at 6:38 pm

      There would be different steps, but sure.

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      • Alesha says

        July 16, 2019 at 6:23 pm

        Can you tell us what the steps would be to make this in a crockpot?

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        • Rosie says

          July 17, 2019 at 7:33 am

          Pretty much what you mention earlier. Brown the chicken, make the gravy and etc, then toss it in the slow cooker . XOXO

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  76. victoria says

    February 5, 2018 at 4:53 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is delicious.. I actually made it 2 years ago and forgot to give a review. The smoked paprika really gave it some good flavor! That’s a regular seasoning I use now. I feel so proud making this lol its funny. It makes people think im a good cook. haha 🙂

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  77. Jay says

    March 5, 2018 at 5:46 pm

    5 stars
    Just made it for dinner tonight – absolutely delicious

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  78. Perla says

    March 15, 2018 at 8:36 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve never had smothered anything before but always craved it. I made this tonight and omg it was so bomb!!!! I didn’t have celery seed so I just added 1/2 tsp more of poultry seasoning (I use lawrys). I love your recipes! Thank you for sharing!

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  79. Tish says

    March 18, 2018 at 8:56 pm

    5 stars
    I made this tonight and also your slow cooker yams. My husband was overjoyed. Thank you so much!

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    • Rosie says

      March 19, 2018 at 5:34 pm

      Thanks for trying!! XOXO

      Reply
  80. Sheryl Brown says

    March 31, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    Can I make this in a crock pot?

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    • Rosie says

      March 31, 2018 at 8:03 pm

      Sure can.

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  81. Sarah says

    April 21, 2018 at 6:06 pm

    I made this for my Boy Scouts and adult leaders on a campout a couple weeks ago and it was a huge hit and will be made again for sure!! It was the best smothered chicken ever!!! Thanks for sharing this incredible recipe!!!

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    • Rosie says

      April 21, 2018 at 10:31 pm

      Thanks for trying!

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  82. Charleston SC Bill says

    June 10, 2018 at 8:31 am

    5 stars
    When I first saw this recipe I was in love. After I made it I was convinced that Rosie had developed the perfect Southern Smothered Chicken Recipe. I’ve already made this several times. Initially, made it exactly to the recipe. Since then I’ve made a couple of minor changes. I prefer my gravy made with butter so I reduced the oil to a minimal amount (to saute the chicken), cooked the onions in the oil then replaced the oil with butter to make the grave. My family loves onions, so, I used a jumbo sweet onion sliced. Finally, we like a little heat, so I added a 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper to the dredge. My wife, my neighbor and her 4 kids all say this recipe is a keeper. Rosie, Thank for sharing this delicious recipe.

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    • Rosie says

      June 10, 2018 at 5:41 pm

      So glad that you like the recipe!

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  83. A. Goodrich says

    June 23, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    5 stars
    OMG….OH MY GAWD!!! This recipe is SO delicious! I made this and felt like a REAL SOUTHERNER! I wanted to drink the gravy with a straw! I did a happy dance and my mother wanted to try the gravy and she couldn’t stop exclaiming. My daughter tried it and demanded to know why I wasn’t cooking biscuits. The chicken (used boneless thighs) was spectacular and the seasoned flour is going to become my **only** seasoned flour recipe. This will become a staple in my home and my daughter is already requesting it again. WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER!

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  84. Sharon says

    June 26, 2018 at 3:55 pm

    5 stars
    Omg! This was delicious! I used boneless chicken breast and doubled the recipe and put it over rice and quinoa. Thank you!

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  85. Amanda says

    July 18, 2018 at 3:00 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you! I have been looking for a good recipe for a southern style “chicken dinner” with gravy to be served over white rice for a long time. I used garlic powder instead of minced garlic and didn’t have the celery seed but it still turned out so good. Pure comfort food also reminded me of my dad’s cooking I loved so much. Thank you.

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  86. Danielle Hampton says

    July 23, 2018 at 2:16 pm

    I’m trying this tonight, but i’m a little confused. It says 1 pound of chicken. Isn’t that just one chicken thigh or leg?

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    • Rosie says

      July 24, 2018 at 12:24 pm

      No. 1 lb of chicken is not one piece.

      Reply
  87. Stephanie, One Caring Mom says

    July 24, 2018 at 6:05 pm

    *Drooling* This looks delicious and like such a warm, comforting dish. Thank you for sharing it with us. I love making food from my childhood. It always takes me back to happy, simpler times!

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  88. Kim says

    August 5, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this using chicken tenders for the kiddos. Love it !!!!

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  89. Clarke says

    August 23, 2018 at 4:08 am

    5 stars
    I made this for my wife and kid last night. It was stunningly delicious!

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  90. Miriam Spann says

    February 4, 2019 at 9:56 pm

    Haven’t tried the recipe yet, but i’m certainly going to. i’ll let you know how I like it afterwards. By the way, you are a beautiful young lady. Love your picture. By the way, I’m not a stalker. I just know beauty when I see it because I’ve been around for almost 76 years.

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    • Rosie says

      February 6, 2019 at 7:24 am

      Thanks for stopping by Mariam!

      Reply
  91. Sid says

    April 30, 2019 at 10:39 pm

    Stumbled across this recipe on the great Google. Glad I did.

    Thank you, can’t wait to try this. Missing the whole milk so gonna be risky and use evaporated milk or coconut milk. We’ll see how it turns out LOL.

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  92. Jane Lightle says

    June 5, 2019 at 8:06 pm

    5 stars
    OMG This was so wasy!!! Delicious! Will double recipe next tine. ❤

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  93. Alesha says

    July 16, 2019 at 6:08 pm

    After I brown the chicken and make the gravy can I throw everything in the crockpot and let it cook in there?

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    • Rosie says

      July 17, 2019 at 7:33 am

      Hi Alesha! Absolutely hun! XOXO

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  94. Sarah says

    January 19, 2020 at 2:29 pm

    5 stars
    Can I make this and add it in the crock pot ? The same way you did the smothered pork chops

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  95. Leneka says

    April 16, 2020 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    This was a great! A must save. Thanks

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  96. June says

    May 9, 2020 at 5:10 pm

    Husband said this was probably the best meal I have ever made! We’ve been together for 15 years so I think that is quite the compliment! I had 4 pounds of chicken breast to use up. It was 5 breasts so I cut them up into smaller pieces. I started out with the original 1.5 cups of flour mixture and if I ran out I would make more, but I still had plenty of leftover after dredging all of the chicken pieces. I used all the spices except I had no poultry seasoning or celery seed and I had Spanish paprika not smoked. I threw in an extra tsp of garlic powder and 1 tbsp of Mesquite seasoning and a dash of cayenne. I browned the chicken in 2 batches in my electric skillet, adding another 1/4 cup of vegetable oil for the second batch. I probably browned the pieces a little longer than necessary but they were really thick pieces. I had to use my dutch oven to cook all the chicken together. I just sauteed the little bit of frozen onion I had left in the dutch oven with a little oil so I wouldn’t have to transfer the onion out of the electric skillet I was going to make the gravy in. I did double the gravy and I used 2% milk cause that is all I had. I then set all the browned chicken in the dutch oven and poured the gravy from the electric skillet over the top. I’m pretty sure the chicken was done in about 20 minutes but I let it go a little longer. Served this with Idahoan instant potatoes (best instant potatoes ever) and added some butter to them and canned corn. It was truly an amazing meal that I will make many more times. I plan on picking up poultry seasoning and celery seed next time I’m at the store! Thank you for sharing this incredible recipe! That was definitely a novel! 🙂

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    • Rosie says

      May 10, 2020 at 12:22 pm

      Hi June!!! Thank you so much for trying my recipe!! Glad that you and your hubby loved it! XOXO!!

      Reply
  97. CYNTHIA Daniels says

    May 23, 2020 at 6:48 pm

    5 stars
    Hey Rosie I am new to your site. Girl OMG I have literally stood in one spot for 3 hours printing my favorite recipes of yours. This is a dish I have only cooked like once in my life time. I just could never make gravy from scratch my mother was a cook. Not me at that time. But this recipe looks so darn good. I am going to try it and I will hit you up and let you know. You keep on cooking girl. Lawd have mercy. Cynthia

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  98. Crystal says

    July 26, 2020 at 4:36 pm

    5 stars
    Hi!!!
    This dish is (in my Oprah voice) AMAZING!
    I made it with boneless skinless chicken breast and needles to say the least… we ate it “from the rooda’’ to the tooda’!
    Still killing it in 2020.
    Congratulations on a great recipe!

    Reply
  99. Vicki says

    August 26, 2020 at 3:07 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! Best new recipe I’ve tried lately. Made it for my family tonight and it was a hit!!

    Reply
  100. Tobey says

    September 2, 2020 at 5:02 pm

    Made this recipe a couple weeks ago and again tonight! Even my picky “I don’t like chicken” teen said “I’d order this in a restaurant!” This is a family joke and means that they love it! I used breasts, cut into chunks and put my flour and spices in a ziplock bag for easy toss and cleanup!

    Thanks for this wonderful recipe and helping me find a dish my whole family loves!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 3, 2020 at 12:27 pm

      So glad that you and your family like my recipe! XOXO

      Reply
  101. Theda Blonshine says

    September 14, 2020 at 7:07 am

    5 stars
    Hi Rosie, I’m new to your Blog and what pulled me in was your smothered chicken someone else had shared. I was hooked! I made the smothered chicken for Sunday night dinner yesterday and it was AWESOME! Next time I make it I will pour off some of the oil before I add the onions, I may have added too much and it came out greasy but the flavor was wonderful! Hubby ate 3 out of 4 drumsticks..lol I have seen other recipes I intend to try soon….maybe 1 or 2 a week. I love this blog!!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 9, 2020 at 10:44 am

      HiTheda!! Sorry for the late response, but I’m so glad that you found my blog! XOXO

      Reply
  102. Angela taylor says

    November 13, 2020 at 4:16 pm

    5 stars
    This was amazing!! Thank you for the recipe

    Reply
  103. Erin Johnson says

    November 25, 2020 at 9:06 am

    Hey Rosie.
    This is another recipe I’m going to try. I just want to know if I should use fresh garlic or crushed.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 25, 2020 at 10:13 am

      You can use either, but I prefer fresh if its on hand.

      Reply
  104. Jh says

    November 4, 2021 at 8:20 pm

    5 stars
    Ok. It’s awesome. I added celery to my vegetables. Substituted cream of mushrooms for the milk. Now my husband has something negative to say about EVERYTHING. While everyone else raves about my cooking. Asking for 2nds and if possible, 3rds. He’s sitting down eating this dish now, head down, not a word! I look over again and he’s taking his fingers to slope up specks of gravy. Enough said other than THANK YOU!

    Reply
  105. Kim says

    May 24, 2022 at 10:21 am

    Can you finish this recipe in the oven?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 29, 2022 at 5:34 pm

      Hi Kim! Yes, you can do that.

      Reply
  106. Pete in Colorado says

    November 7, 2022 at 8:21 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie-this recipe is amazing! Easy to make and truly superb! Your instructions are clear and easy to follow. One of the most satisfying dishes I have ever made. It will become a regular item on the menu at my house!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 9, 2022 at 10:43 am

      Thanks so much for trying my recipe Pete!

      Reply
  107. Mrs. Robertson says

    December 10, 2022 at 1:48 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this for my family in Northern Cali. My husband said he wanted some comfort food for the rainy weather. I made this and the kids and my husband and I love it. Can’t wait to try more recipes.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 10, 2022 at 4:23 pm

      Thank you so much for trying my recipe!! XOXO

      Reply
  108. Mimi says

    January 2, 2023 at 4:06 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve been craving smothered chicken and rice for the longest so I found this recipe and just made it and it is so freaking good. My two teen sons and my husband said it tastes really good and they’re killing it right now!
    I follow the recipe to a T even use celery seed! But sprinkled a bunch of black pepper on my chicken and rice at the end! Also Used medium grain sticky rice in my rice cooker, don’t use instant yall! Way better this way. Thank u for this recipe, very very good! Wish we could post a photo of our results, mine is so purty

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  109. John The Man says

    January 10, 2023 at 5:46 pm

    Gotta say. Perfect. You might change a thousand spices or meats or liquids and it will still be amazing. This is an amazingly helpful recipe. You might add sour cream and chives, add a bit of butter, I used basmati rice. And perhaps a bit of vermouth…lol. It can be engineered up to a French cuisine dish or down to a weekday dinner. I applaud you.
    We need ways to cook, not just ingredient lists, and this one is precious. God bless you. I never find online cooks to be helpful in specifics, but this worked right out of the chute.

    Reply
  110. Christine Miller says

    March 11, 2023 at 6:50 am

    5 stars
    Thank you for sharing your recipe! The video was excellent and quick…appreciate that it did not include lots of rambling and was clear and pleasant.
    The smothered chicken is most excellent! I first saw a similar recipe on a television cooking segment and made a search just to find measurements and times. Cooking this again for eight guests on Monday. Plan to cook eight breasts in two pans.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 15, 2023 at 5:14 pm

      Thanks so much for trying!

      Reply
  111. Sherry says

    March 19, 2023 at 5:26 am

    Rosie, we don’t use milk or flour in our house so I’m wondering if you can suggest an alternative…
    I was thinking of using what I do have which is can of chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, half a packet of dry Lipton onion soup mix & cornstarch if needed as a thickener…

    What are your thoughts on this/do you think it would work AND can you PLEASE give me any suggestions/tips/hints to make this work!?!?

    Thanks in advance!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 20, 2023 at 8:43 am

      Hi Sherry! I suggest using a different recipe if you can’t have those ingredients. Please keep in mind that cream of mushroom soups, and packages onion soups contain milks, creams, flours, and other ingredients. Therefore you wouldn’t be able to use those either.

      Reply
  112. Megan says

    May 4, 2023 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    So good!

    Reply
  113. Molly says

    May 13, 2023 at 12:30 pm

    So reminiscent of my mothers cooking! Took me back to the smell of my moms kitchen. Thanks for the memories!

    Reply
  114. Mary says

    May 19, 2023 at 7:49 am

    5 stars
    Wonderful chicken recipe. Have amended for just 2 people using chicken breasts and dairy allergy using almond milk. My husband loves this!!! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 19, 2023 at 8:30 am

      Thanks so much for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  115. Nancy Johnson says

    May 25, 2023 at 7:46 am

    5 stars
    Love your recipes

    Reply
  116. Patsy Padgett says

    May 30, 2023 at 4:37 am

    This is awesome, you and I cook alike.

    I am from South Georgia, and this is how my family cooks. ❤️

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 1, 2023 at 4:23 pm

      XOXO

      Reply
  117. E Clark says

    June 16, 2023 at 11:01 am

    5 stars
    Great!!!!

    Reply
  118. Kiba Henry says

    June 23, 2023 at 2:23 pm

    I love it. It came out perfectly tasty. Thank you ☺️

    Reply
  119. Ingram says

    July 8, 2023 at 4:33 pm

    5 stars
    This looks delicious. Can’t wait to try it

    Reply
  120. Carol says

    July 8, 2023 at 8:09 pm

    Looks good. I will try it.

    Reply
  121. Michelle Ross says

    July 9, 2023 at 1:02 pm

    5 stars
    Best recipe ever!!!

    Reply
  122. Lavell says

    July 12, 2023 at 2:02 am

    5 stars
    Thank you so much for the advice.

    Reply
  123. Elle says

    July 14, 2023 at 1:31 pm

    Rosie, your recipe is phenomenal! I like to try new recipes on-line. None of them have been keepers. This is a keeper! How delicious! My husband and I love it. My spoiled dog does too. Thank you for posting this wonderful recipe!

    Reply
  124. Karen (NOT the bad kind...) says

    July 20, 2023 at 5:27 pm

    5 stars
    Oh, honey, this is the recipe from my childhood, except Mother never put celery seed in hers. I personally don’t care for celery or celery seeds (not that I pick them out of what someone else cooks) so I leave them out. I’ve been twitching for this, butt right now I’m on my own (my darling husband is in the hospital) but I can cut a recipe down. Thank you for posting this wonderful Southern classic.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 21, 2023 at 8:08 am

      Hey there Karen! You can definitely cut this recipe in half. Praying for a speedy recovery for your husband! XOXO

      Reply
  125. Linda says

    July 23, 2023 at 1:26 pm

    My family love this smothered chicken recipe. I now cook my cube steaks the same way. God bless you and your family.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 24, 2023 at 5:54 am

      Thanks for trying my recipe! XOXO

      Reply
  126. John says

    August 9, 2023 at 6:25 am

    5 stars
    Excellent, knew it would be good. Similar to how I cook it. But addition of some of your ingredients took it to another level.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 10, 2023 at 5:00 pm

      Thanks so much for trying my recipe John!

      Reply
  127. Vinetta says

    August 12, 2023 at 9:17 am

    5 stars
    This chicken was delicious and brought back fond memories of my Mother. I did put chicken in a baking dish and finish cooking in the oven as that is what my Mom did. So happy to have found this recipe. My thanks.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 12, 2023 at 11:08 am

      Darlin’, you’ve got me all emotional talkin’ about family memories and home-cooked goodness! . I’m so glad you found that chicken recipe and made it your own by cookin’ it up in the oven like your Mom used to do. That’s what cooking’s all about, Honey, putting your own love and flavor into it. You keep honoring those memories, and I’m here for you with more deliciousness. Big love, darlin’!

      Reply
  128. Colleen Haley says

    August 13, 2023 at 6:27 am

    Smothered chicken was delicious

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 13, 2023 at 8:26 am

      Oh, honey, I’m glad you liked it! Now, next time, try my collard greens to go with it. The combination is amazing.

      Reply
  129. Gayle says

    August 13, 2023 at 8:47 am

    Hi Rosie I’ve been using the recipes on your page and everything is so delicious today for my Sunday meal I made the smothered chicken oh my God it was so delicious I follow you and I have made some good food with the your recipes thank you much

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 13, 2023 at 8:59 am

      Oh, honey, I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed the smothered chicken recipe! Thank you for your kind words, dear. Keep cooking and feel free to reach out anytime.

      Reply
  130. Michael Dilley says

    August 14, 2023 at 1:01 pm

    I always loved my mom’s version of smothered chicken she made with Cream of Mushroom soup. This is, hands down, the best-smothered chicken I have ever made! I have always been the cook in my family and I made this yesterday for my wife and she LOVED it! We both did! So glad I found this recipe.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 16, 2023 at 7:41 am

      Oh wow!! That is such an amazing compliment. Thank you so much for trusting, and trying my recipe!

      Reply
  131. Emily says

    August 20, 2023 at 4:15 pm

    I made this for my family tonight and they all loved it! So delicious!!

    Reply
  132. Jonea says

    August 21, 2023 at 6:32 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe!

    Reply
  133. Jonea says

    August 21, 2023 at 6:34 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious

    Reply
  134. D. Thornton says

    September 27, 2023 at 8:11 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks Rosie for bringing this recipe to us. I made Smothered Chicken per your instructions and it was fantastic!!

    This brought back good memories from my time down south with family and school. Tuskegee University, You Know!!

    Reply
  135. Marsha says

    October 3, 2023 at 12:16 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely deliciousand easy to make, will make again, I followed the directions as stated.. Thank you cousin Rosie

    Reply
  136. Marsha says

    October 3, 2023 at 12:19 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely deliciousand easy to make, will make again, I followed the directions as stated.. Thank you cousin Rosie I would give 10* if I could.

    Reply
  137. Regina Cox says

    October 19, 2023 at 9:00 am

    In my part of the country we often call smothered chicken sticky chicken and sometimes we add baby Lima beans to it.. when we make a roux with our chicken we call that a chicken stew. Both are very delicious.

    Reply
  138. Nandi says

    October 28, 2023 at 4:57 pm

    5 stars
    Made this recipe and it turned out great!

    Reply
  139. Patti says

    October 29, 2023 at 1:09 pm

    Thank you Rosie. Your instructions were short and provided the necessary instructions and precautions.

    Thank you again

    Reply
  140. Mary says

    November 29, 2023 at 3:44 pm

    Hi Rosie! I am from Baton Rouge. Small world. Your smothered chicken recipe is exactly how my mom made it. Like yours, there were never any leftovers. I love that you kept it simple and did not try to fancy it up with unnecessary ingredients. Delicious southern cooking at it’s best!

    Reply
  141. Dolly Bullington says

    November 30, 2023 at 6:35 pm

    5 stars
    Been looking for a recipe like this for a long time. I remember my grandma making this, it was my favorite. I looks like what I remember her making so will be using this tomorrow and will let you know how it is. Thanks for providing it.

    PS don’t see you on YouTube any more, followed you for a long time.

    Reply
  142. Clinton says

    December 5, 2023 at 3:28 am

    5 stars
    Hi Rosie, just made your smothered chicken in Singapore, the land of the foodies and it was a smashing success Really appreciate your improvisation suggestions as I added a little bit of cream and Cajun seasoning. My wife and son we’re both really happy with it and got the thumbs up to do it again. At the same time got to give them a briefing on how good southern cooking is and they now agree! Thanks for sharing this and will check out more of your recipes.

    Reply
  143. Chris Johnson says

    December 22, 2023 at 4:25 pm

    5 stars
    Turned out just like I thought it would, it lioked delicious in the pic Rosie and tasted fantastic. Appreciate the recipe,

    Reply
  144. Teresa Coker says

    December 30, 2023 at 12:14 pm

    5 stars
    True southern gold! Thank you for this!

    Reply
  145. Becky says

    December 31, 2023 at 1:54 pm

    Thank you , Happy New Year , 2924

    Reply
  146. Carlos says

    January 8, 2024 at 11:23 am

    Super good! Made it last night, great cold weather meal. Super simple, yet delish.

    I used it as a base to my chicken pot pie, added carrots, peas and celery. Yum!

    Reply
  147. David Churchill says

    January 16, 2024 at 5:26 pm

    5 stars
    Very easy and full of flavor. I had more than a pound of leg quarters so I doubled the gravy, I also added sliced mushrooms when I was cooking down the onions. When I make it again I will use boneless and skinless thighs. Wife took off the skin anyway.

    Reply
  148. Randy says

    January 21, 2024 at 3:09 pm

    I’m new at cooking but I could eat chicken for 3 meals a day. Great recipe
    And Iove your voice !

    Reply
  149. Janelle says

    January 25, 2024 at 3:23 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie!
    You took me back girl! It was the best comfort food I’ve had in a long while. Smothered chicken, mashed potatoes, black-eyed peas and cornbread……ummmmm….just like my Mamaw used to make!

    Reply
  150. Kathy Slegaines says

    February 4, 2024 at 10:41 am

    Really Delicious will make again.

    Reply
  151. Sherry says

    February 16, 2024 at 6:35 pm

    4 stars
    I tried this it was very good. The family wanted more. The second time I made this I added some chopped celery and mushrooms when I put the onions in the skillet. And I added heavy cream instead of milk. I was a little richer.

    Reply
  152. Linda says

    February 18, 2024 at 4:23 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so good. I can’t wait to try it.

    Reply
  153. Shannon says

    February 23, 2024 at 1:10 pm

    Does the recipe work well with refrigerating after preparation?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      February 24, 2024 at 3:29 pm

      Yes, you can just warm it up in the oven the next day.

      Reply
  154. Connie Hicks says

    March 2, 2024 at 1:22 pm

    5 stars
    I have not eaten this dish yet- im 5 mins away- looks delicious and smells wonderful. I used my large stainless steel skillet and it allowed plenty of room for chicken and gravy. Used thighs cause we’re dark meat people.

    Reply
  155. Wendy says

    March 11, 2024 at 3:23 am

    I am from Shreveport LA
    . I am trying your smothered Chicken recipe. Sure looks good! Will let you know how my family likes it!

    Reply
  156. Carolyn says

    April 5, 2024 at 2:08 pm

    Delicious!
    Great with some fresh mushrooms added to onion and garlic also!
    Thanks!

    Reply
  157. Deanna says

    June 1, 2024 at 10:39 pm

    It looks very delicious

    Reply
  158. Jennifer Hollowell says

    August 8, 2024 at 5:22 pm

    5 stars
    Omg it is so good! It’s in the pan cooking still, but the gravy is so yummy that I keep tasting it lmao. Making it with some green beans and ham with mashed taters. Thank you!!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 10, 2024 at 9:15 am

      Thanks for giving my recipe a try! XOXO

      Reply
  159. EvaMarie says

    August 29, 2024 at 4:42 pm

    5 stars
    The best smothered chicken I have ever made. So easy to make. Hu

    Reply
  160. Tbaird says

    September 3, 2024 at 1:52 pm

    5 stars
    Sounds wonderful will definitely try this week!

    Reply
  161. Jasmine says

    September 24, 2024 at 9:12 pm

    10 years later you are still helping people make great smothers chicken! Thanks so much for this recipe. Fyi I looked at several others and came back to yours

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 26, 2024 at 9:34 am

      Aweee. Thanks Jasmine! So glad that you like my recipe. XOXO

      Reply
  162. Silvana, del Mar Enciso says

    September 29, 2024 at 8:30 pm

    4 stars
    Hello Rosie,

    I have subscribed to your recipes for the last few years and especially love this one being very flavorful.
    I love the PNW also as I lived in Kirkland for 11yrs.
    Thank you beautiful Lady for sharing such wonderful recipes.

    Silvana.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 30, 2024 at 12:20 pm

      Aweee. You’re so sweet Silvana! Glad that you like this recipe ( Side note: I haven’t been to Kirkland in a such a long time! I may need to visit soon)

      Reply
  163. Ayanna says

    October 12, 2024 at 1:36 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious! I am from Louisiana and had never made smothered chicken before. My family makes it, but I always eat and never cook. I had a request to make chicken gravy and rice, so I googled, “southern smothered chicken” and found your amazing recipe. I did add some things that I liked and then said a prayer, LOL, a brown gravy mix packet, green bell peppers, and Tony’s. I kept everything else the same. Thank you for posting this. We truly enjoyed it.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 18, 2024 at 10:48 am

      Thank you so much for giving my recipe a try!

      Reply
  164. Amanda says

    October 28, 2024 at 4:28 am

    5 stars
    Perfect delicious recipe

    Reply
  165. Janet Kane says

    November 16, 2024 at 9:18 am

    5 stars
    Looks delicious and sounds delicious I can’t wait to try it. Have you ever tried it with Lipton onion soup mix? I’ll try it both ways. Thank you

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 19, 2024 at 5:22 am

      Hi Janet! Lipton Soup Mix is delicious. You can certainly incorporate it.

      Reply
  166. Tacara says

    February 3, 2025 at 10:53 am

    5 stars
    A sound and solid recipe!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      February 5, 2025 at 8:06 am

      Thanks Tacara! XOXO

      Reply
  167. Penny Grillos says

    February 11, 2025 at 4:42 pm

    5 stars
    Can’Tw ait ti make this!!!

    Reply
  168. Margaret says

    February 23, 2025 at 5:10 am

    Looks delicious and the recipe was so simple thanks!!

    Reply
  169. Najmawalker says

    March 14, 2025 at 8:05 pm

    I know how to make most recipes but I usually do the grandma method it’s good to do a recipe with exact measurements love it!

    Reply
  170. stephanie lawrence says

    April 27, 2025 at 3:46 pm

    Yeah, this was fiyaaaaaa

    Reply
  171. Michelle says

    April 28, 2025 at 2:59 pm

    5 stars
    Love making this smothered chicken thigh recipe Mama and both of my late grandmothers were from Mississippi and made the best gravies from scratch. Your recipe is comparable! Thank you

    Reply
  172. Wanda says

    May 17, 2025 at 9:36 am

    5 stars
    Love this chicken reciept.

    Reply

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