Description
Sour Cream and Onion Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into a gourmet experience. This easy recipe combines tender chicken with a rich sauce made from sour cream and onion soup mix, delivering a tangy twist that’s sure to please everyone at your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-skillet meal offers minimal cleanup and maximum taste. Pair it with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a well-rounded and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet (1 ounce) onion soup mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat chicken dry and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sear the seasoned chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté sliced onions in the same skillet until softened and slightly caramelized, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits; reduce heat, add sour cream and onion soup mix until combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 227g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg