This one-pan smothered chicken recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish made with tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in a rich mushroom gravy made with a red wine reduction.

A large skillet with smothered chicken and mushrooms next to a gold and white cloth sitting on a dark wooden background

The tender chicken is seared to golden perfection in a skillet, then simmered in a luscious sauce made with a red wine reduction, sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and herbs.

Succulent pan-fried chicken is one of my favorite things to make, like in my chicken Marsala recipe, which is somewhat similar to this recipe.

This one-pan meal is a comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner at home for the whole family.

Everything cooks together in one pan, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while keeping cleanup hassle-free. It’s the epitome of comfort food!

A piece of seared chicken breast with creamy mushroom gravy over top next to cooked green beans sitting on a round gray plate

Ingredients

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
All-Purpose Flour
Salt
Black Pepper
Sliced Mushrooms
Red Wine
Chicken Broth or Chicken Stock
Minced Garlic
Dried or Fresh Thyme
Worcestershire Sauce
Corn Starch
Water
Heavy Whipping Cream
Olive Oil
Salt
Black Pepper

How to Make Smothered Chicken with Mushroom Gravy

Chicken

Pat chicken dry with a paper towel to allow it to brown more easily.
In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken thoroughly in the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.

A hexclad skillet on a stovetop with two pieces of browned chicken breasts cooking in oil

Add enough olive oil to a large skillet or cast-iron skillet to coat the bottom of the pan. Heat to medium-high heat, and once hot, add seasoned chicken. Cook until golden brown, about 4-6 minutes per side, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (if needed, use a meat thermometer).
Set the browned chicken aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

Sauce

In the same large skillet, add the mushrooms. If there’s too much oil in the pan from the chicken, drain and leave about 2 tablespoons of oil. Sauté mushrooms until tender. Set mushrooms aside.

A hexclad skillet on the stove with mushrooms sauteing

A hexclad skillet with red wine reducing over the stove

Add minced garlic and thyme, and cook for 1 minute.
Add red wine, chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and let the liquid reduce by half, about 3 minutes.
Make a slurry by combining cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Pour the slurry mixture into the pan and whisk until it thickens over high heat.

A hexclad skillet with creamy sauce cooking in it

A large skillet with creamy sauce and four seared chicken breasts sitting in the sauce

Add heavy cream and mushrooms and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir and let the sauce heat up again. Add chicken back to the pan and spoon sauce over top.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

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What to Serve with Smothered Chicken

Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes, whipped to perfection, offering a comforting and classic side to pair with the savory chicken and gravy.
Rice: Whether it’s fluffy white rice, savory rice pilaf, or seasoned brown rice, rice makes a great base for soaking up the delicious gravy.
Egg Noodles: Egg noodles paired with smothered chicken create a comforting and satisfying meal, with the tender noodles serving as a perfect base to soak up the creamy mushroom gravy.
Steamed Vegetables: Serve steamed vegetables like green beans, broccoli, or carrots to add a pop of color and freshness to your plate.
Sautéed Green Beans with Bacon: Crisp and vibrant green beans lightly seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, providing a healthy and refreshing complement to the hearty chicken dish. The crispy bacon pieces add extra flavor.
Salad: A simple side salad with fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and your favorite dressing can help balance out the richness of the chicken dish.
Collard Greens: For a traditional southern meal, serve smothered chicken with tender collard greens cooked with bacon or smoked ham hock.
10-Minute Sautéed Broccolini: Sautéed broccolini makes a wonderful side dish for a variety of meals, adding vibrant color and nutritious goodness to your plate. It’s versatile and quick to prepare,

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Storing Leftovers

Refrigerating

Leftover smothered chicken can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

Freezing

I don’t recommend freezing the gravy. Unfortunately, creamy gravies like the one in this recipe do not freeze well. They become grainy and separate from the dairy that is added.

Reheating Leftovers

Transfer the chicken and mushroom gravy to a skillet. If the gravy has thickened during refrigeration, you can add a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen it up.

Heat the chicken and mushroom gravy over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating.

Be careful not to overheat or boil the gravy, as this can cause it to separate or become too thick.

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One-Pan Smothered Chicken with Mushroom Gravy

Tiffany

This one-pan smothered chicken recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish made with tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in a rich mushroom gravy made with a red wine reduction.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine American

Servings Servings

Calories 524 kcal

Equipment

Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Nonstick 12-Inch Skillet