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Sour Cream and Onion Chicken Recipe

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This Sour Cream and Onion Chicken recipe is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked to perfection in a rich sour cream and caramelized onion sauce. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients to create a comforting meal with a touch of savory elegance.

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 full-fat sour cream
  • Fresh chopped parsley (optional), to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner pieces. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly.
  2. Heat Pan and Sear Chicken: Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to a skillet and heat over medium-high for a few minutes. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and cook about 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through to 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
  3. Sauté Onions: Lower heat to medium and add remaining butter along with sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened and lightly browned, approximately 10-15 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
  4. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze Pan: Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the brown bits off the skillet bottom to incorporate flavor.
  6. Add Sour Cream: Stir in sour cream until the sauce is smooth and heated through gently for a couple of minutes. Avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
  7. Combine and Serve: Return 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

  • If the sauce becomes too thick, gradually add additional chicken broth to reach desired consistency.
  • Ensure the sour cream sauce is heated gently to avoid curdling – do not let it boil.
  • Cutting the chicken breasts in half helps them cook evenly and quickly.
  • For added flavor, consider serving with steamed vegetables or a side of rice.

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

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