The word “smothering” doesn’t always have the best connotation (see: relationships or preventing someone from breathing). But when it comes to cooking, it’s something I crave when in need of solace.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, Creole seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove 3 Tablespoons of the seasoned flour from the bowl and reserve this for later ...

1) In a blender, combine the chicken stock, serrano peppers, sour cream, mushrooms, tomato paste, chili powder, onion powder, cilantro and flour. Process until smooth. Transfer to a large saute along ...

Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season the chicken legs and wings evenly with 1 teaspoon of the Himalayan pink salt, 1 teaspoon of the garlic powder, oregano, ½ teaspoon of the black pepper ...

Season chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper. Wrap each piece of chicken in a strip of bacon and then top with a few slices of dried beef and place in a 9 x 13 pan that has been sprayed with ...

Although it’s familiar in cooking nomenclature, the word “smothering” bears a faintly sinister connotation. Luckily, the results dispel any notion of foul play. Simple, homey dishes strongly ...

Busy nights just got easier with simple skillet recipes that deliver big flavor fast. Discover how one-pan meals can save ...

Sam Sifton, founding editor of New York Times Cooking, stops by the TODAY kitchen to share Craig Clairborne's recipe for smothered chicken and fluffy buttermilk mashed potatoes in honor of the ...

Chef Lorena Garcia is in the TODAY kitchen with Kathie Lee and Hoda to demonstrate easy-to-make warm-weather recipes: crispy Latin-style fried chicken with onions, plus a zesty kale slaw. “Just ...

Smothered panko parmesan chicken (see recipe) is perfect for family day. Serve the one-dish meal with a fresh spinach salad with orange sections and dinner rolls. Apple turnovers (frozen, such as ...