Crispy Sour Cream and Onion Chicken

Name: Crispy Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup sour cream (($0.69)); 1 cup mayo (($1.25)); 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese (($0.46)); 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix (($0.10)); 1 clove garlic, minced (($0.05)); 2 tsp onion powder (($0.20)); 1 tsp salt (($0.10)); 1/2 tsp pepper (($0.05)); 1/3 cup chopped green onion (($0.09)); 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (($7.96)); 6 oz crispy fried onions (($3.78)); 1 tbsp chopped green onion (($0.02))

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If you're looking for a super tasty comfort meal then look no further. This crispy sour cream and onion chicken recipe is sure to hit the spot!

a crispy onion chicken on a plate with side dishes

I love that this recipe is so simple and easy to prepare, making it perfect for those busy nights. The crispy sour cream chicken develops its own gravy-like sauce around the chicken as it cooks which tastes incredible served over the top of each chicken breast or over some stuffing and mashed potatoes, yum!

Serve your baked sour cream chicken for dinner any night of the week and it's sure to be a hit just the same! Made with just a few simple ingredients this dish is PACKED with flavor and juicy chicken that the whole family can enjoy.

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🥘 Ingredients

Sour Cream
Mayo
Shredded Parmesan cheese
Ranch Seasoning Mix
Minced Garlic
Onion Powder
Salt
Black Pepper
Green Onion
Boneless Skinless chicken Breast

Topping

Crispy Fried Onions
Green Onions

For specific quantities, see the recipe card below.

🍽 Equipment Needed

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Large Mixing Bowl
9x13 Baking Dish
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons

sour cream mixture spread into bottom of baking dish

three raw chicken breasts in a baking dish

🔪 Instructions

Check out how to make crispy sour cream and onion chicken with these simple step-by-step instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F.
In a large mixing bowl combine the sour cream, mayo, ranch seasoning mix, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper and green onion. Whisk together well to combine.
Scoop out enough of the mixture to coat the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish evenly and not see the pan below.
Place your chicken breasts on top of the mixture.
Pour the remaining sour cream mix over the top of the breasts and cover them all well.
Place the crispy fried onions into a food processor, pulsing until crumbs or use a gallon sized Ziploc bag and crush with a rolling pin.
Sprinkle it evenly on top.
Bake in the oven for about 45-60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
Garnish the top with additional chopped green onions.
Serve warm with side dishes and enjoy!

unbaked crispy sour cream onion chicken in baking dish

a baked crispy sour cream onion chicken in baking dish

🧾 Substitutions

Chicken. If desired you can swap out the chicken breasts for another boneless skinless chicken option such as tenders or thighs. I recommend using similar sized pieces so that they cook evenly and adjusting the time so that the chicken doesn't become over cooked as smaller cuts of meat cook at a faster rate.

Sour cream. Instead of using sour cream you can get away with using plain unflavored Greek yogurt. This will still have your crispy onion chicken tasting great but in a slightly healthier way.

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🍴 Recipe Tips

I like making this sour cream and onion crispy chicken after the holidays when I happen to have leftover fried onions on hand from the green bean casseroles. Using them up in this tasty way gives me great flavor without wasting that half bag of onions now sitting in the pantry.

Perfect side dishes for this chicken with sour cream recipe would be stuffing, broccoli, roasted potatoes, or mashed potatoes. Using the leftover sauce in the pan as gravy is a great way to add more flavor to the plate without even trying.

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💭 FAQs

Can I scale this recipe?

This recipe can be scaled up or down but it is easier to cut in half and cook in an 8x8 baking dish. The baking time should be the same, but make sure that the chicken has reached 165 degrees F before consuming.

How to store leftover crispy onion chicken

Keep your leftover chicken stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. Reheat again before serving.

How to reheat crispy onion chicken

This chicken can be reheated by placing a chicken breast on a plate in the microwave for about 2-3 minutes or by cooking it on a baking sheet in the oven for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.
Time may vary depending on the size of your chicken piece so keep an eye on it and check the internal temperature. If cooking in the oven I recommend laying a piece of foil down to make cleanup even easier.

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