Easy Smothered Chicken

Savor the Rich Comfort of Easy Smothered Chicken

Embark on a cozy and flavorful journey with this Easy Smothered Chicken recipe, bringing a home-style warmth and hearty finish to your table. Whether you're winding down after a long week or hosting a relaxed weekend dinner, you’ll love how comforting and satisfying this dish turns out. It’s made simple enough for any home cook, yet it delivers that soul-soothing goodness that always feels special. Ready to wrap yourself in creamy, cheesy, bacon-topped deliciousness? Let’s get cooking.

Creamy, Cheesy Goodness: How Easy Smothered Chicken Becomes a Favorite

This Easy Smothered Chicken combines crispy seared chicken tenders with a savory mushroom-chicken soup sauce, melted cheese, and crumbled bacon for a finish that’s rich and comforting. Plus, the method is straightforward so you can get dinner on the table without stress. If you love comforting casseroles like the chicken-bacon ranch style, you’re in for a treat. You might also enjoy checking out other hearty dishes like the Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole with Potatoes which offer a similar warm, indulgent vibe.

Here’s how to master this recipe with confidence and flair.

Pro Tips for the Best Easy Smothered Chicken Experience:

1. Start with hot bacon drippings: Cooking the chicken in bacon grease adds smoky flavor right from the start and boosts the overall richness.
2. Pat the chicken dry and lightly flour: Doing this before searing helps the exterior get a slight crust which holds up well when baked.
3. Sauté the onion gently: Let the onion get soft and lightly browned; this draws out its sweetness and adds depth to the sauce.
4. Use the correct can of soup plus water: When you mix the soup with water as instructed, the sauce becomes light enough to coat the chicken without overwhelming it.
5. Bake uncovered then top with cheese and bacon: By baking in two stages you ensure the chicken cooks through, then get that golden melted cheese and bacon on top without over-cooking the chicken.

Easy Smothered Chicken Recipe:

• Preparation time: about 15 minutes
• Cooking time: about 35 minutes total
• Servings: 4
• Equipment: large skillet, 9×13-inch baking dish, mixing bowl, oven

Ingredients:

▢ ½ pound bacon
▢ 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders
▢ Salt
▢ Pepper
▢ ½ cup all-purpose flour
▢ 1 medium onion, sliced
▢ 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken and mushroom soup*
▢ 2 cups Italian blend shredded cheese

Instructions:

▢ Cook the bacon over medium heat in a large skillet until crisp. Remove the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, but leave the bacon grease in the skillet. Once the bacon is cool, crumble it and set aside.
▢ Preheat oven to 350 °F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
▢ Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper (or your favorite all-purpose seasoning) and lightly coat with all-purpose flour.
▢ Lightly brown chicken in bacon drippings over medium heat and place the chicken in the prepared baking dish.
▢ Add the onions to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes or until soft and lightly browned. Spread the onions over the chicken.
▢ In a small bowl, combine the cream of chicken and mushroom soup with one can of water and pour over the chicken.
▢ Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
▢ Remove from oven and top with the cheese and crumbled bacon. Return to the oven 5 to 7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve over hot white rice or mashed potatoes.

Ready to Relish!

Your Easy Smothered Chicken is now complete—with creamy sauce, melted cheese, and crunchy bacon all working together. Serve this hearty dish with a side of steamed green beans or a simple salad to balance things out. And for a little extra treat, you might pair it with a dessert like candied carrots or a sweet bread—take inspiration from sites like Candied Carrots or Easy Dutch Oven No Knead Bread.

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