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Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

Rich, creamy, and full of cozy flavor, this Sour Cream and Onion Chicken is a weeknight dinner hero. It’s a skillet meal that brings together tender chicken, caramelized onions, and a velvety sour cream sauce — comfort food at its best.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American Comfort
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula or Tongs

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to create 4 cutlets
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter divided
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream full-fat
  • fresh parsley chopped, optional for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thin cutlets. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining tablespoon butter and sliced onions. Sauté gently until onions are soft and golden, about 8 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring to avoid burning.
  • Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan and let it simmer for 1 minute.
  • Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream. Mix until smooth and thick. Do not let it boil.
  • Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over top, and let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm over your favorite side.

Notes

This recipe is easy to adapt — swap in chicken thighs, add mushrooms, or use Greek yogurt for a tangier twist (but note: full-fat sour cream yields the creamiest texture).

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.4mg
Keyword Cozy Meals, easy dinner, One Skillet, Sour Cream Chicken
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