Delicious and Easy Smothered Chicken Breasts Recipe

This smothered chicken breasts recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner option. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection and then simmered in a savory and creamy sauce that is packed with flavor. Serve this dish with your favorite sides for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
5. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, thyme, and paprika. Bring to a simmer.
6. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
7. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
9. Serve the smothered chicken breasts hot with your favorite sides.

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