Description
Smothered Cheesy Sour Cream Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, cheesy topping, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Spread the mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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