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Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

A creamy and flavorful chicken dish that combines tender chicken with a luscious sour cream-based sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sour cream Can substitute with plain Greek yogurt.
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Can substitute with rosemary or oregano.
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Push the onion mixture to the side of the skillet and place seasoned chicken breasts in the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  4. Reduce heat to low, add sour cream, and stir to combine with the onion and garlic. Cook for a few minutes until heated through, ensuring it does not boil.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

For a flavor boost, squeeze lemon juice or add Worcestershire sauce to the sour cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on low heat for best results.