Description
Sour Cream Onion Chicken is a delicious and creamy baked chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a tangy sour cream and onion soup mixture, topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting family dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
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
Topping
- 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 Mixture: In a bowl, combine the sour cream and the onion soup mix thoroughly until well blended to create a creamy sauce.
- Season and Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides, then brown them in the skillet for 3-4 minutes per side to lock in flavor and color.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Place the browned chicken breasts into a baking dish evenly spaced for baking.
- Add Sauce Mixture: Pour the sour cream and onion soup mixture over the chicken breasts, coating them well to infuse flavor during baking.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the sour cream sauce for a melted, golden finish.
- Bake the Dish: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot, allowing the creamy, cheesy sauce to complement the tender chicken.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder or fresh herbs to the sour cream mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is perfectly cooked.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to preserve moisture.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
