Creamy Chicken Breast in Sour Cream Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This Chicken Breast in Sour Cream Sauce is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare on any weeknight. Tender chicken pieces are cooked in a creamy, tangy sauce with a hint of paprika, making it a perfect meal to enjoy with rice, pasta, or bread.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, cut into chunks or chicken parts
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1 sweet red pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced jarred garlic
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and hot.
2. Step 2: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until lightly browned on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, sweet red pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle the flour and paprika over the vegetables and stir well to coat and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
5. Step 5: Gradually stir in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer and let it thicken slightly.
6. Step 6: Lower the heat and stir in the sour cream until smooth and well combined. Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer gently until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is heated, about 5-7 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
7. Step 7: Serve the chicken and sour cream sauce hot, with your choice of side like rice, noodles, or crusty bread.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, try using half-and-half instead of sour cream or add a splash of white wine when deglazing the pan.
• You can substitute the sweet red pepper with green or yellow bell pepper for a different color and taste.
• Make sure not to boil the sauce after adding sour cream to prevent curdling; keep the heat low and stir gently.
• Add fresh herbs like parsley or dill just before serving to brighten the dish.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the sauce from separating. You may add a splash of broth or water if the sauce thickens too much during reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?

Yes, chicken thighs work well and can add extra flavor and tenderness to the dish. Adjust cooking time accordingly, as thighs may take slightly longer to cook through.

Is it possible to make this dish dairy-free?

To make a dairy-free version, substitute the sour cream with a dairy-free alternative such as coconut cream or cashew cream, and use a dairy-free butter substitute. Keep in mind that the flavor and texture will vary slightly.

Creamy Chicken Breast in Sour Cream Sauce Recipe

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Tender chicken breast chunks cooked in a rich and creamy sour cream sauce, enhanced with sweet red peppers, garlic, and paprika. This comforting dish is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner served over rice or noodles.

• Author: Nora
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

• 2 nice size chicken breasts, cut into chunks or chicken parts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Vegetables and Aromatics

• 1/2 a medium onion, chopped
• 1 sweet red pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced jarred garlic

Liquids and Sauces

• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup sour cream

Fats and Thickening Agents

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all purpose flour

Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breast chunks with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside while you prepare the other ingredients.
2. Sauté the aromatics: Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, sweet red pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the peppers are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Cook the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet. Sauté until they are lightly browned on all sides but not fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
4. Add flour and broth: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly, cooking for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps and create a smooth sauce.
5. Simmer the sauce: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the sauce to thicken slightly.
6. Finish with sour cream: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Do not boil after adding sour cream to prevent curdling.
7. Serve: Serve the chicken in sour cream sauce hot over steamed rice, egg noodles, or your preferred side dish.

Notes

• Use chicken breasts cut into chunks for even cooking, or substitute with chicken thighs for more flavor and juiciness.
• Maintain low heat after adding sour cream to avoid the sauce curdling.
• For thicker sauce, increase flour to 4 tablespoons or simmer sauce a few minutes longer before adding sour cream.
• This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
• Sour cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter option but add it off heat and gently to avoid curdling.

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