Smothered Cheesy Sour Cream Chicken
This smothered cheesy sour cream chicken combines creamy sour cream and gooey mozzarella for a comforting weeknight meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine sour cream, 1/2 cup Parmesan, cornstarch, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, stirring until smooth.
- Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast.
- Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for an hour before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.