GRANNY'S SMOTHERED CHICKEN

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This was my mother-in-law's recipe. She was German and a fantastic cook. Everyone that tried it loves it! Prepare veggies and salad of your choice; your family will drool from the smell AND your neighbors will ask for the recipe! You may want to double the recipe. Happy eating!

Provided by Merlene Winter

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 quart vegetable oil for frying
1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
salt and pepper to taste
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
8 red potatoes, quartered
3 whole cloves

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil for frying. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste. Flour the chicken lightly twice. Drop coated chicken into hot oil slowly to prevent splatters. Fry until golden brown, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in a large pot of boiling water. When potatoes are soft, remove from heat. Save the 'potato water'.
  • When chicken is done, drain the oil out of the skillet and place the potatoes in the skillet with the chicken. Slowly pour the 'potato water' over the skillet mixture. Add whole cloves, cover and simmer. As the mixture sets it prepares its own gravy in the skillet, so the longer it simmers, the better! When the consistency is to your taste, remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 114.9 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 122.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

babi derso
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I love this smothered chicken recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


_Jules_
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This smothered chicken recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal for a potluck or a weeknight dinner.


Maheshkumar Parmar
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I've tried this recipe a few times and I've never been disappointed. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Thandeka Happy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken was dry and overcooked. The gravy was also bland. I won't be making this recipe again.


Mohamed M
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. The gravy was a little too thick for my taste, but that's an easy fix. Overall, I'm happy with this recipe.


Gerald McDonald
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I'm not a big fan of smothered chicken, but I tried this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.


sonia jahan esha
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This smothered chicken recipe is a family favorite. It's always a hit when I make it for dinner.


Mendi Perry
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Jennifer Harvey
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I've made this smothered chicken recipe several times now, and it always turns out great. It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make.


Sumitra thapa Magar
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This smothered chicken recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and creamy. I served it over mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with the whole family.