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Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

Sour Cream and Onion Chicken: Easy Comfort Food Delight

This Sour Cream and Onion Chicken delivers a creamy, tangy delight that's perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs or breasts Main protein source

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup sour cream At room temperature
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Can substitute with shallots or red onions
  • ½ cup heavy cream or cream cheese Optional for a richer sauce
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt Substitute for sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice For added tang

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
    Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
  • In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in oil for 5–7 minutes until soft and translucent.
    Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in sour cream until smooth, then add heavy cream or cream cheese if using.
    Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
  • Transfer chicken to the baking dish and coat with the creamy onion sauce.
    Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
  • Bake for approximately 35 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
    Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
  • Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
    Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables, drizzled with leftover sauce.
    Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

Notes

Ensure sour cream is at room temperature for a smooth sauce. Adjust cooking time if using chicken thighs instead of breasts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken, comfort food, creamy sauce, easy recipe, Sour Cream and Onion Chicken, Weeknight Dinner
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