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Sour Cream and Onion Chicken Recipe

4.7 from 69 reviews

Sour Cream and Onion Chicken is a flavorful and creamy skillet dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with sautéed onions, garlic, and a rich sour cream sauce. This comforting recipe combines simple ingredients to create a delicious meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter (divided)

Sauce

  • 1 medium onion (sliced)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
  • Fresh chopped parsley (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make 4 thinner pieces. Sprinkle both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to season evenly.
  2. Heat the skillet: Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to a skillet and heat over medium-high heat until hot, about a few minutes.
  3. Cook the chicken: Place the chicken pieces in the hot skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. Sauté the onions: Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and sliced onions to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and lightly browned, approximately 10-15 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
  5. Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze the pan: Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the bottom of the skillet to lift any browned bits for extra flavor.
  7. Make the sauce: Stir in the sour cream until the sauce is smooth and heated through, taking care not to let it boil to avoid curdling.
  8. Combine and serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the pieces, and season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best results, slice the chicken breasts evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
  • If you don’t have Worcestershire sauce, a splash of soy sauce can be a substitute.
  • To prevent the sour cream from curdling, warm the sauce gently and avoid rapid boiling.
  • Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

Keywords: Sour Cream Chicken, Onion Chicken Recipe, Creamy Chicken Skillet, Quick Dinner, Easy Chicken Dinner