Description
Sour Cream Onion Chicken is a delicious and comforting dinner recipe featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy sour cream and onion soup mixture, topped with melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make dish combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken later.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, combine the sour cream and onion soup mix until the mixture is smooth and well blended, forming a creamy sauce.
- Season Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Brown Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown, ensuring they develop a flavorful crust.
- Assemble Dish: Transfer the browned chicken breasts into a baking dish. Pour the prepared sour cream and onion mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the sour cream mixture covering the chicken.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve the Sour Cream Onion Chicken hot for a creamy and savory dinner experience.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top before serving.
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with mozzarella or Monterey Jack for a different cheese profile.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) to ensure it is fully cooked.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- To reduce fat, use light sour cream and reduced-fat cheese options.
