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comforting chicken with gravy

Cozy Smothered Chicken With Gravy

This comforting smothered chicken features tender chicken breasts bathed in a rich mushroom gravy and topped with crispy fried onions. The creamy sauce creates a luxurious coating that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice for a satisfying, homestyle meal that comes together with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10 ounces)
  • 4 ounces French fried onion rings from package
  • ½ teaspoon Ms. Dash seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts similar size for even cooking
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2½ cups rice cooked

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they aren't overcrowded.
  3. Season chicken with Ms. Dash seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, stirring until smooth.
  5. Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. While chicken is baking, prepare rice according to package directions.
  8. After 45 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and uncover it.
  9. Sprinkle French fried onion rings over the chicken and gravy.
  10. Return the uncovered dish to the oven for an additional 15 minutes, until onions are golden and chicken is cooked through.
  11. Serve each chicken breast over a portion of rice, spooning extra gravy over the top.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream. If you're not a fan of mushrooms, cream of chicken soup works well as an alternative. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or covered in the oven at 325°F until warmed through. The onion topping may lose some crispness when stored, but the flavor remains delicious.