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Chicken with Sour Cream Sauce

A comforting and creamy dish, Chicken with Sour Cream Sauce is simple enough for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for guests. The rich sauce pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or vegetables.
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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: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  4. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté until softened.
  6. Stir in sour cream and mix well, cooking until heated through.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, coating it with the creamy sauce.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.