• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Picnic Food
  • Recipes
  • Meal Plan
  • Shop
  • About

Mighty Mrs

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Picnic Food
  • Recipes
  • Meal Plan
  • Shop
  • About
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Picnic Food
    • Recipes
    • Meal Plan
    • Shop
    • About
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Dinner » Smothered Chicken with Mushrooms

    Modified: May 2, 2025 · Published: Mar 18, 2024 by Angela G. · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Smothered Chicken with Mushrooms

    80 shares
    Jump to Recipe

    You'll love this simple recipe for restaurant-style smothered chicken. It's easy to follow, with great results. Moist, flavorful chicken smothered in mushrooms and onions, all drenched in thick and tasty gravy! An impressive dinner to serve your family or dinner guests. Ready in 35 minutes with a 1-hr or up to overnight marinade.

    Smothered Chicken with Gravy, Green Beans and Potato
    Smothered Chicken with Gravy
    Easy Smothered Chicken Dinner
    Smothered Chicken with Mushrooms, Onions in Gravy
    Smothered Chicken with Gravy, Green Beans and Potato
    Smothered Chicken with Gravy
    Easy Smothered Chicken Dinner
    Smothered Chicken with Mushrooms, Onions in Gravy

    Pair this smothered chicken with a side of Baked Parmesan-Ranch Potato Wedges, Orange Candied Carrots and a Thin Mint Cocktail for a treat.

    Skim by Section
    • ★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★
    • ★ Ingredients You'll Need ★
    • ★ How to Make this Recipe ★
    • ★ Tips & FAQs ★
    • ★ More Mushroom Recipes ★
    • Smothered Chicken with Mushrooms

    ★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★

    This delicious, traditionally southern chicken dish was made famous by the chain restaurant, Texas Roadhouse. It's known for its juicy and flavorful chicken, creamy gravy, and layers of mushrooms and onions.

    Restaurant Quality, Easy to Make at Home

    This smothered chicken dinner can be made at home following a few easy steps. Check out this recipe to learn how!

    It's simple. You don't have to follow a million steps to achieve homemade smothered chicken. This recipe incorporates several shortcuts to get you amazing flavor in no time.

    It's versatile. You can use any kind of chicken. Chicken breasts or thighs. You can even follow this recipe using pork chops.

    Smothered Chicken with Gravy

    Just like at the restaurant, choose your favorite kind of jack cheese. Like a little spicy? Go with pepper jack. Want something mild and rich? Go with monterey jack cheese.

    Don't like mushrooms? Skip them! You can replace them with bell peppers or just go with onions.

    The chicken is moist, flavorful, and tender. Chicken breasts are tenderized, marinated, seared, and then simmered in a rich sauce made with onion, garlic, and broth. Mushrooms and bacon gristle are optional but add extra layers of flavor.

    ★ Ingredients You'll Need ★

    Here's a look at everything you'll need to make this delicious smothered chicken with creamy gravy at home!

    Ingredients for Smothered Chicken with Gravy
    • Chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work great or your can use boneless thighs for juicier chicken.
    • Italian dressing. Choose your favorite brand.
    • Bacon drippings or butter. This is a great way to add flavor and use up bacon grease. If you don't have any bacon grease saved, that's OK. Butter will work just fine.
    • Onions. I like white onions but you could use yellow or even red if you prefer or if that's what you have.
    • Mushrooms. Sliced white mushrooms or you can use baby portabellas for a meatier flavor.
    • Garlic. You can use fresh grated or I like to save time and use garlic paste. In a pinch you can use garlic powder but paste or fresh is going to give you more flavor.
    • Chicken broth. Bone broth or any kind of chicken stock if you prefer.
    • Heavy cream. Milk can be substituted for a lighter, less rich sauce.
    • Worcestershire sauce. This adds a subtle meaty flavor that enhances the mushrooms and gravy.
    • Dijon mustard. This adds tang and layers in flavor.
    • Smoked paprika. Smoked is ideal but you can use regular paprika if that's all you have.
    • Monterey Jack cheese. Shredded. You can also use pepper jack for added kick or colby jack if you prefer.
    • Parsley. Fresh chopped for garnish. You can use curly or Italian flat leaf parsley. Whichever you prefer.

    ★ How to Make this Recipe ★

    This recipes is very simple to make, just follow the steps and you can pull off a restaurant quality dish, at home.

    Here's a look at the steps:

    1. Pound chicken and marinate.
    2. Cook chicken then set aside.
    3. Cook mushrooms and onions.
    4. Make gravy then add back chicken.
    5. Add cheese and melt.
    6. Garnish and serve.

    Very simple! So good!

    ★ Tips & FAQs ★

    Can the chicken be grilled instead of cooked in a skillet?

    Yes! If you prefer the flavor or convenience of grilling, you can certainly grill your chicken. Follow the recipe, just prepare the sauce in a separate pan and combine the chicken with the sauce when you're done grilling.
    If you have a cast iron skillet, you can use that on your grill.

    What type of chicken works best for smothered chicken?

    For ease of serving, boneless chicken breasts work well.
    If you're a sucker for extra flavor and don't mind the extra work, bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces such as thighs, drumsticks, or breasts work well too. The bone and skin will add even more flavor and help keep the meat moist during cooking.

    What are some side dishes to serve with smothered chicken?

    Smothered chicken pairs well with a variety of sides such as mashed potatoes, rice, biscuits, cornbread, green beans, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, or any roasted vegetables. These sides complement the richness of the chicken and gravy beautifully.

    Can I make smothered chicken healthier?

    Sure. You can make smothered chicken healthier by using reducing the amount of fat used in the gravy, and incorporating more mushroom or vegetables into the dish. For a lighter gravy, you can use low-sodium broth and use margarine instead of butter or bacon fat.

    Do I have to marinate smothered chicken?

    If you are short on time, you can just season your chicken with dry Italian seasonings or salt and pepper to save time. Just sprinkle the chicken generously with the dry seasonings on each side before cooking.
    The chicken will not be infused with flavor in the same way a marinade provides, but it will still be delicious with the gravy!

    ★ More Mushroom Recipes ★

    • Simple Chicken Marsala
      Classic Chicken Marsala
    • Hibachi at Home - Chicken Fried Rice
      Hibachi Chicken Fried Rice
    • Salisbury Steaks with Mushroom Gravy
    • Roast Beef Mushroom Melt
      Roast Beef Mushroom Melt

    Want more chicken dinner ideas?

    Browse all my easy chicken dinner ideas.

    Smothered Chicken with Gravy, Green Beans and Potato

    Smothered Chicken with Mushrooms

    Author: Angela G.
    You'll love this simple recipe for restaurant-style smothered chicken. It's easy to follow, with great results. Moist, flavorful chicken smothered in mushrooms and onions, all drenched in thick and tasty gravy! An impressive dinner to serve your family or dinner guests. Ready in 35 minutes with a 1-hr or up to overnight marinade.
    5 from 1 review
    Reviews
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Skill Level: Easy
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Marinate Time: 1 hour hour
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Yield: 4 smothered chicken breasts

    Equipment

    • cast iron skillet

    Ingredients 

    Chicken and Mushrooms

    • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 cup Italian dressing
    • 4 tablespoon bacon drippings or butter divided
    • ¼ cup thinly sliced onions
    • 8 oz sliced mushrooms
    • 1 teaspoon garlic paste

    Gravy

    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

    Cheese and Garnish

    • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    • 2 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley for garnish
    Shop ingredients at Walmart.comAdd ingredients, then choose Pick Up or Delivery.

    Mighty Mrs. is a #WalmartPartner.

    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Instructions

    • Prep chicken. Place chicken breasts onto a larger cutting board and cover with plastic wrap to prevent splattering. Use the flat side of a meat tenderizer to pound out each breast to an equal thickness. About ½" -¾" thick is ideal.
    • Marinate chicken. Add chicken and Italian dressing to a large ziplock bag, seal, and shake to coat chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
    • Cook chicken. Heat 2 tablespoon of bacon fat in a skillet or butter over medium-high heat.
      Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165ºF. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
    • Cook mushrooms and onions. In the same skillet, add remaining bacon fat or butter, sliced onion, and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and mushrooms are glossy, about 5-7 minutes.
      Add garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
    • Make gravy. Pour chicken broth, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce in skillet. Stir in Dijon mustard and smoked paprika. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer.
    • Combine chicken with gravy. Return cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Simmer for 5 minutes or until sauce has thickened slightly and the chicken is reheated; flipping chicken half way through.
      Spoon some mushrooms and onions on top of each chicken breast.
    • Add cheese. Sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of each chicken breast. Cover skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.
    • Garnish and serve. Remove skillet from heat and garnish with parsley.
      Serve immediately with extra sauce spooned over the top if desired.

    Notes

    Choose your favorite brand of Italian dressing. I like to to use Olive Garden Italian dressing.
    Cook time will vary depending on thickness of chicken. Be sure to check the temperature using a meat thermometer to determine if chicken is fully cooked.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 703kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 196mg | Sodium: 1246mg | Potassium: 791mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1792IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 281mg | Iron: 1mg
    Follow Mighty Mrs. for more easy recipes!Find @MightyMrs on Pinterest

    Related:

    • Chicken gravy made from rotisserie chicken
      How to Make Rotisserie Chicken Gravy
    • Easy Loaded Potato Soup
      Loaded Baked Potato Soup
    • Easy Homemade Puff Pastry Chicken Pot Pie
      Puff Pastry Chicken Pot Pie
    • Chicken and Mashed Potato Casserole
      Crispy Chicken Mashed Potato Casserole
    80 shares

    Reader Interactions

    5 from 1 vote (1 rating without comment)

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Leave A Comment

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Tried this recipe? Leave a review!




    The maximum upload file size: 1 MB. You can upload: image. Drop file here

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi! Welcome.

    Hi there! I'm Angela, a working mom of three. Life is crazy! But it's organized chaos — and I want to help you get and stay organized as you manage your own household.

    Be sure to grab my free printable dinner menu and subscribe to receive my printable chore chart for free, too.

    Reader Favorites

    • Sprouted Onion
      How to Plant a Sprouted Onion (7 Steps)
    • Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole
    • American Goulash - Delicious and easy pasta dinner
      American Goulash
    • Yule Log Cake made with Cake Mix
      Easy Cake Mix Yule Log
    • Sprouted Potato - How to plant and regrow
      How to Plant a Sprouted Potato (6 Steps)
    • Printable Meal Planner with Grocery List
      Printable Meal Planner

    Picnic Foods

    • Pineapple Rum Punch
      Pineapple-Orange Rum Punch
    • Homemade Strawberry Toaster Strudels with Icing
      Strawberry Toaster Strudels
    • Magic Marshmallow Puffs with Chocolate Cream Filling
      Magic Marshmallow Puffs with Cream Filling
    • Pear Farro Salad
      Toasted Farro Salad
    • Giant Strawberry Pop Tart
      Giant Strawberry Pop Tart
    • Auntie Anne's Copycat Soft Pretzel Bites
      Soft Pretzel Bites

    Footer

    Subscribe

    Stay inspired with seasonal recipe ideas, plus get my printable dinner menu and weekly meal planner, FREE.



    Dinner Menu

    Spring Dinner Menu

    Printable Meal Planner

    Shop | Subscribe | About | Become a Sponsor | Privacy Policy | Terms | Accessibility

    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram

    FEATURED ON:

    Buzzfeed | Parade
    Country Living | Good Housekeeping

    ©2025 Mighty Mrs. All Rights Reserved. Some links on this site may be affiliate links. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Mighty Mrs. is a #WalmartPartner.

    Exclusive Member of Mediavine Food

    Need Groceries? Use Walmart Pick Up or Delivery. #WalmartPartner
    Shop Now

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings

    Something went wrong. Please try again.