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Crispy Sour Cream and Onion Chicken Recipe

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This Crispy Sour Cream and Onion Chicken recipe delivers tender, thinly sliced chicken breasts coated in a flavorful sour cream-based marinade and a crunchy panko and fried onion crust. Air fried to golden perfection, it’s light, crispy, and delicious – an easy yet impressive dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 1 ½ pounds thin-sliced chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Breading

  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 6 ounces fried onions, finely crushed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cracked pepper

For Garnish and Finishing

  • Kosher salt, for sprinkling
  • Fresh chives, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup sour cream and 2 tablespoons milk until smooth and combined. This mixture will tenderize the chicken and add moisture.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Add the thin-sliced chicken breasts to the sour cream mixture, turning them to coat thoroughly. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, and up to 24 hours for maximum flavor and tenderness.
  3. Bring chicken to room temperature: About 30 minutes before cooking, remove the chicken from the refrigerator to take the chill off, ensuring even cooking.
  4. Prepare the breading mix: In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup panko bread crumbs, 6 ounces of finely crushed fried onions, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon cracked pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
  5. Coat the chicken: Dip each piece of marinated chicken into the panko and onion mixture, pressing firmly so the breading adheres well and fully coats each piece.
  6. Arrange in air fryer: Lightly spritz the air fryer basket with oil spray. Place the breaded chicken pieces in a single layer with some space between them to allow air circulation. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
  7. Cook the chicken: Spray the tops of the chicken pieces liberally with oil spray. Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 5 minutes. Then flip each piece, spray again with oil spray, and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crisp and golden.
  8. Repeat cooking if needed: Cook remaining chicken in batches as described. If desired, rewarm cooked chicken in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the cooked chicken with a pinch of kosher salt and freshly chopped chives. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

  • Using thin-sliced chicken breasts ensures quick and even cooking while keeping the chicken tender.
  • Marinating for longer times will enhance the flavor and moistness but do not exceed 24 hours.
  • Light oil spray helps achieve a crispy crust without deep frying, making this recipe lighter and healthier.
  • You can substitute fried onions with homemade toasted onions if preferred.
  • Ensure air fryer basket is not overcrowded for optimal crispiness.

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