Description
Sour Cream and Onion Chicken is a delectable dish that brings together tender chicken breasts and a rich, creamy sauce, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is not only quick but also incredibly flavorful. The combination of sour cream, onions, and Worcestershire sauce creates a savory profile that elevates any meal. Serve it with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a versatile dinner option that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and one tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F). Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add the remaining butter and sliced onion. Sauté until softened and lightly browned (10-15 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce; scrape up any brown bits from the pan.
- Mix in sour cream until smooth; heat gently without boiling.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, season as needed, and serve immediately garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg