Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
A creamy, savory chicken dish infused with the tangy flavor of sour cream and the savory bite of onion, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix sour cream, onion soup mix, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
- Place the seared chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Spread the sour cream and onion mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: sour cream chicken, onion chicken, baked chicken, creamy chicken recipe