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Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

A creamy and comforting dish of chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sour cream sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for better flavor.
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Parsley Optional garnish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  4. Add chicken broth and sour cream, stirring to combine.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative. Can be made ahead of time by preparing the sauce in advance. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.