Smothered Chicken
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 120 min
Total: 135 min
Serves: 8
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Juicy roasted chicken becomes a heartwarming centerpiece when it's generously smothered in a luscious gravy infused with vinegar and onions. The tangy richness of the sauce perfectly complements the tender meat, creating a dish that feels both comforting and indulgent. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds—and maybe even thirds! Pair it with fluffy rice or hearty noodles for a complete meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 - 3 1/2 - Roasting Chickens
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 - Black Pepper - To Taste
- 1 Cup Vinegar
- 1 Small Onion - Chopped
- 1 - All-Purpose Flour
Directions
Directions
- Rub cavity of chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place chicken on rack in 3-quart roasting pan, breast side up; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Add vinegar, 2 cups water and onion.
- Roast, covered, at 325 degrees for 2 hours or until thermometer registers 180 degrees.
- Stick fork or skewer into thick part of thigh; chicken is done if fork turns easily.
- Remove chicken from pan.
- Dilute juices in pan with 1 cup boiling water.
- Skim off fat; reserve.
- Measure stock.
- Use 1 1/2 tablespoons reserved fat and 1 1/2 tablespoons flour for each cup of stock.
- Mix flour and fat; cook over low heat until smooth.
- Add stock; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Boil for 1 minute; add salt and pepper.
Serve with rice or noodles.
Nutrition
Per serving · 8 servingsCalories
350
Fat
15 g
Saturated fat
4 g
Carbohydrates
10 g
Sugar
1 g
Fiber
0 g
Protein
45 g
Sodium
500 mg
Cholesterol
120 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 - 3 1/2 - Roasting Chickens
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 - Black Pepper - To Taste
- 1 Cup Vinegar
- 1 Small Onion - Chopped
- 1 - All-Purpose Flour
