This recipe for chicken breasts in a sour cream and wine sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy, tangy sauce. The chicken breasts are seasoned and cooked until juicy and then topped with a rich sauce made from sour cream, white wine, and herbs. Serve this dish with rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce. It's a perfect dinner option for any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sour cream to the skillet and stir until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Interesting Facts
Sour cream is a versatile ingredient that adds creaminess and tang to a variety of dishes.
Chicken breasts are a lean source of protein and are a popular choice for many healthy recipes.
Using white wine in the sauce adds depth of flavor and pairs well with the chicken.
This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.