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Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

This Sour Cream and Onion Chicken is a creamy, comforting baked chicken dish made with tender chicken breasts, rich sour cream, and savory onion soup mix. Inspired by favorites like French onion chicken bake and onion soup mix chicken, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and easy sour cream recipes dinner ideas the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
  • ½ cup French fried onions optional topping
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or butter.
  2. Pat chicken dry and season lightly with black pepper.
  3. In a bowl, combine sour cream, onion soup mix, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Arrange chicken in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Spread the sour cream and onion mixture evenly over the chicken.
  6. Sprinkle French fried onions on top if using.
  7. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
Add sliced mushrooms or caramelized onions for extra flavor.
Turn this into French onion chicken and rice by baking over cooked rice with extra liquid.
Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serve with vegetables or salad to keep it among healthy chicken recipes.