Description
This comforting sour cream and onion chicken is baked to tender perfection with a creamy, tangy coating and a crispy golden topping. Made with pantry staples and minimal prep, it’s a cozy and delicious main dish that’s easy enough for weeknights and satisfying enough for company.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup sour cream
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1 packet (1 oz / 28g) dry onion soup mix (ensure halal-certified ingredients)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/2 cup crushed halal plain or onion-flavored crackers or breadcrumbs
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1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (optional, for drizzling)
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to fit the chicken breasts. -
Make the Sour Cream Mixture:
In a bowl, combine sour cream, dry onion soup mix, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until smooth. -
Coat the Chicken:
Place chicken breasts in the baking dish. Spoon the sour cream mixture evenly over each piece to cover. -
Add Crunchy Topping:
Sprinkle the crushed crackers or breadcrumbs over the coated chicken. Optionally, drizzle with olive oil or melted butter to enhance browning. -
Bake:
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the topping is golden brown. -
Garnish and Serve:
Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
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Dry onion soup mixes vary by brand choose one without gelatin or other non-halal ingredients.
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You can substitute plain yogurt for sour cream for a lighter variation.
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Try adding sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions for extra depth of flavor.
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Pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or roasted green beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping (~200g)
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: ~670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg