Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce

On those crazy busy nights when I am being pulled in a dozen directions, I sometimes find myself daydreaming about a Jetsons-style appliance that whips up dinner at the press of a button. This chicken in sour cream sauce is about as close as it gets. Just toss everything into a good slow cooker, press that button and voila—dinner is ready when you are.

What awaits is juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken paired with tender mushrooms in a rich, tangy and creamy sauce. In fact, this dish is so gorgeously decadent, there’s no reason to keep it to yourself. Serve it at your next dinner party to give yourself a little wiggle room to prep everything else. However and whenever you serve it, one thing’s for sure: It’ll have everyone lining up for seconds (and asking for the recipe).

Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce Ingredients

• Salt and pepper
• Paprika
• Lemon-pepper seasoning
• Skinless chicken breast halves
• Canned condensed cream of mushroom soup
• Sour cream
• White wine or chicken broth
• Mushrooms
• Cornstarch
• Additional paprika (optional)

Directions

Step 1: Make the spice rub

In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika and lemon-pepper seasoning. Rub the mixture over both sides of the chicken, then place the chicken into a 3-quart slow cooker.

Step 2: Make the cream sauce, then slow-cook

In a large bowl, combine the condensed soup, sour cream and wine. Stir in the mushrooms.

Pour the mixture over the chicken. Cover the slow cooker, and cook on low for four hours or until the meat is fork-tender.

Step 3: Thicken the sauce

In a small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch until smooth. Stir the slurry into the chicken mixture, and bring it to a boil, stirring constantly.

Cook and stir until the sauce has thickened. Before serving, sprinkle with additional paprika, if desired.

How to Store Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce

Store any leftover chicken in a good airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat it gently in the microwave or on the stovetop until it’s heated through. We don’t recommend freezing this dish, as it may cause the sauce for chicken with sour cream to separate as it thaws.

Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce Tips

Can I add fresh vegetables to chicken in sour cream sauce?

You certainly can. Add a pop of color, nutrients, flavor and texture with fresh vegetables. Try using sliced carrots, green beans or peas. Or, double-down on the umami flavor and add a variety of mushrooms to the sour cream sauce for chicken.

What can I serve with chicken in sour cream sauce?

The savory mushroom sour cream sauce for chicken pairs wonderfully with homemade egg noodles, German spaetzle or potato dumplings. A fresh green salad is also a good choice, as it provides a nice contrast to the creamy sauce.

Do I need to have a slow cooker to make chicken in sour cream sauce?

You don’t absolutely need a slow cooker, though it does make things easier. If you don’t have one, you can still enjoy this delicious dish by braising the meat in a 350°F oven for one hour. Follow the recipe as written to thicken the sauce before serving.