Description
This Sour Cream Onion Chicken recipe combines tender, seared chicken breasts with a creamy, flavorful sour cream and onion soup mixture, topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for an easy and satisfying weeknight dinner, it bakes to juicy perfection in under an hour.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce and Topping
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet onion soup mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken later.
- Prepare the Sauce Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix together the sour cream and onion soup mix thoroughly until smooth and evenly combined.
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until nicely browned but not fully cooked through.
- Assemble for Baking: Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a baking dish and evenly pour the sour cream and onion mixture over the top of each piece.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sour cream mixture atop the chicken.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked thoroughly and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot. Enjoy your creamy, flavorful sour cream onion chicken!
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding minced garlic or herbs like thyme to the sour cream mixture.
- Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer; it should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- If you prefer, use reduced-fat cheddar cheese to lower fat content.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
