Superb Smothered Chicken

Happy Women’s History Month! The 2020 Women’s History Month theme is “Valiant Women of the Vote.” The theme honors “the brave women who fought to win suffrage rights for women, and for the women who continue to fight for the voting rights of others.”
I know how hectic life is but I urge you take some time out to do a deep dive on the 2020 Presidential candidates. Listening to campaign promises is not nearly as informative as their voting records – what issues or legislation did they back in their previous offices whether at the municipal, county, state or federal level, and do their core values align with your own?
Try to read one or two articles a day on issues that concern you, your family and your community. Find out about social movements and political causes in your local area. Let your voice be heard but at the same token be open to learning from others with historical perspective or experiences different from your own. And if you are registered as an Independent in California but would like to vote in the Democratic primary this Tuesday be aware of the unique requirements if voting by absentee ballot.
If the Framer’s had intended every citizen of a certain age to vote, we would not be in the predicament we are. Despite the temporary setbacks, we forge ahead with hope and great anticipation for a better tomorrow! Because I don’t very often, let us celebrate with Superb Smothered Chicken the most juicy, succulent chicken ever. Pair it with Quinoa Italiana and vegetables for a satisfying meal.
Superb Smothered Chicken
- 2 Leg Quarters of Organic Chicken
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Cloves Garlic
- 2 Tbsp. Minced White Onion
- 3 Cups Water
- 1/2 Cup Flour
- 2 Tbsp. Dry Wine ( I used Pinot Noir)
- 2 tsp. Jane’s Krazy Mixed-Up Salt
- 1 tsp. Spike Seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. Marjoram
- 1/4 tsp. Thyme
- 1/4 tsp. Sage
- 1/4 tsp. Basil
- 1/4 tsp. Oregano
- 1/8 tsp. Spike Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- 1/8 tsp. Pepper
- Parsley as Garnish
Heat oil in a large frying pan on medium heat. Add garlic and onion stirring frequently. Rinse chicken and season with 1/2 tsp. of the Spike on both sides. Add the remaining 1/2 tsp. of Spike to the flour and mix thoroughly. Dredge the chicken in the flour ensuring all parts are covered and place into the frying pan skin side down. Brown on each side approximately two minutes and remove from pan. Turn heat to low and add 2 Tbsp. of the seasoned flour to the pan stirring constantly. Add 2 additional Tbsp. of flour to 1 Cup of water and form a smooth paste ensuring no lumps remain. Add the flour mixture, 1 more Cup of water, and all remaining seasoning to the pan. Stir well. Add chicken and baste with the sauce. Cook on low for about 1 hour, stirring sauce and basting chicken every 20 minutes or so. Though traditionally served with rice, quinoa, couscous, gnocchi or teff are viable alternatives. Serves 2 to 4 people.
The flavors on this chicken were so amazing! I’m so glad I found a new rub and seasoning for my chicken. My family was in heaven, I can’t wait to make it again.
I doubled the recipe, because we’re big eaters (or greedy). This was a great way to prepare chicken tonight. We loved it.
This smothered chicken was so creamy and delicious! My family loved it and I’ll definitely be making it again.
Wow – this was so creamy and is definitely going to be one of my new comfort food faves. Next time I’m going to pair it with Mac & Cheese and go all the way. I am so happy I found this delicious recipe
I paired up my smothered chicken with mashed potatoes. It was so creamy and flavorful. I did not have lemon pepper but it still turned out amazing.
I made this tonight with rice on the side — a perfect Sunday dinner! I used a dry white wine, and it came out perfectly. The flavors are all so amazing together.
So I will never pass up the opportunity to eat anything smothered in sauce! This sauce was everything!! So delicious and flavorful. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Robin, this chicken was amazing! I grew up on smothered chicken and was so excited to try your version. Simply delicious.
This was so satisfying and I loved how creamy the sauce was. It helped make the chicken so tender and delish!
If flavor were a dish, this would be it! My mom and i totally loved this dish! It was so delicious and i cannot wait to have it again!
Smothered Chicken is one of my face recipes. I was so excited when I stumbled on this one. The White wine gave this dish a more refined taste and I absolutely loved it
Served this over rice with a side salad and dinner was done. So easy and flavorful!
This chicken was the perfect dinner for us! We paired it with some rice and veggies and it was truly a hit! So delicious!