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Name: Crispy Sour Cream Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 to 6 oz each); 0.75 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 0.67 cup sour cream; 0.25 cup chicken broth; 2 teaspoons dried parsley; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 0.75 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 0.25 cup Panko bread crumbs; 0.25 cup crispy fried onions

This tangy chicken dish features a luscious, flavorful coating crowned with an irresistibly crunchy topping. Simply combine the ingredients, pop it in the oven, and you've got an effortless meal ready to serve.

By Jason Miller, Weeknight Cook & Household Coordinator

Prep: 10 minCook: 25 minServes: 4

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Chicken is the workhorse of the home kitchen, and this recipe proves that familiar does not have to mean boring. This crispy sour cream chicken transforms an everyday protein into something genuinely crave-worthy — the kind of meal your family will request by name and that you can confidently add to your regular rotation.

Add the garlic after the other aromatics have softened — it burns faster than onions and can turn bitter if it hits high heat for too long. When adding dairy, lower the heat first and stir continuously. Cream and cheese can break if they hit a rolling boil, and you want a silky, smooth result.

This recipe scales easily for larger groups and leftovers reheat well for lunches throughout the week. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste — cooking is always better when you make a recipe your own. Pair it with a simple side salad or your favorite grain for a complete meal.

Ingredients

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 to 6 oz each)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/4 cup Panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup crispy fried onions

Nutrition (Per 4 servings)*

297

Calories

26g

Protein

Carbs

18g

Fat

Fiber

881mg

Sodium

* AI-estimated values only — not a substitute for professional nutrition labeling.

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish in a single layer. Pat dry and season both sides with ¾ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, chicken broth, dried parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
Spread the sauce evenly over the chicken.
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, panko, and crushed fried onions. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the chicken.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165°F.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.