Description

Creamy, comforting, and deeply savory, this Sour Cream and Onion Chicken features golden-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich sour cream sauce with caramelized onions and herbs—all made in one skillet.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)

1 cup sour cream (full-fat recommended)

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, melt the butter, and add sliced onions. Sauté for 10–15 minutes until soft and golden.
Add minced garlic, onion powder, and thyme. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
Whisk in the sour cream. If using flour for thickening, mix it with the sour cream before adding.
Return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is thickened.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Add mushrooms with the onions for extra umami.

Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for more juiciness.

For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce.

Serve over cauliflower mash for a low-carb version.

Stir in mozzarella or Parmesan for a cheesy twist.

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave with a splash of broth if needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 365
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 105mg