Smothered Chicken in Mushroom Gravy
Dinner · American
Tender chicken pieces nestled in a silky mushroom and onion gravy, braised until falling apart, served over creamy mashed potatoes.
Recipe code VFMNBU · enter it in Anychef
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken thighs and drumsticks
- 1 lb mushrooms
- 2 large onions
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Save this recipeInstructions
- Step 1 of 6
Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Step 2 of 6
Brown chicken pieces on both sides, about 10 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3 of 6
Add mushrooms, onions, and garlic to the pot. Cook until vegetables soften, about 8 minutes.
- Step 4 of 6
Pour in chicken stock and Worcestershire. Return chicken to the pot, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Step 5 of 6
Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the braising liquid. Simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Step 6 of 6
Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream. Season to taste and serve over mashed potatoes.