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Southern-Style Golden Chicken Smothered in Creamy Pepper Onion Gravy


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  • Author: Chef Billy

Description

A comforting Southern classic featuring crispy, golden pan-fried chicken smothered in a rich, creamy gravy made with bell peppers and onions.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for gravy)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add butter, onion, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon flour over vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook until gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to skillet, spooning gravy over the top. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.