Description
This quick cheesy sour cream chicken recipe uses only five ingredients for a delicious and comforting meal. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and is a kid-friendly favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 packet of ranch dressing mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place chicken breasts in a greased baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine sour cream, shredded cheese, and ranch dressing mix. Mix until smooth.
- Spread the cheesy sour cream mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and browned.
- Ensure chicken is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can add garlic powder or paprika to the cheesy mixture.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, a fresh salad, or rice.
- If you prefer a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: N/A