Oma’s Sour Cream Chicken

At Laree Ranch, food is more than just sustenance—it’s part of our family traditions. This recipe for Oma’s Sour Cream Chicken has been a staple in my kitchen for over a decade since I first found the recipe. It’s comfort food at its finest: simple ingredients, a straightforward process, and an end result that always delivers. After discovering my gluten allergy, I tweaked the recipe by using a gluten-free stuffing mix and crushing it to achieve the same fine crumb texture. This recipe has stood the test of time and dietary adjustments—it’s that good! I hope it becomes a favorite in your home too.

Oma’s Sour Cream Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breasts or tenders

• 1 ½ cups Pepperidge Farm Herbed Stuffing (must be crumb texture)

• 1 cup full-fat sour cream

• Kosher salt

• Freshly ground pepper

• Garlic powder

• ½ cup unsalted butter, cubed or grated*

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.

2. Line a baking sheet with foil and arrange the chicken close together in a single layer.

3. Season the chicken generously with kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, and garlic powder.

4. Spread a thick, even layer of sour cream over the chicken.

5. Sprinkle the crushed stuffing mix over the sour cream, ensuring full coverage.

6. Dot the top with small cubes of butter. *Rather than cubing like the original recipe calls, I actually freeze my butter for a bit and then grate it over the top to get a more even buttery covering. 

7. Bake for 35 minutes if using chicken tenders, or up to 1 hour for chicken breasts. The dish is ready when the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crisp.

8. Serve hot and enjoy the buttery, crunchy breadcrumbs and tender, flavorful chicken! We love to pair it with a veggie packed salad in our house. 

The real magic lies in the combination of the creamy sour cream, seasoned crumbs, and buttery topping. Don’t forget to scoop up those crispy edges—those little golden bits might just be the best part. From our ranch to your kitchen, enjoy this comforting classic!