Company Chicken

 Here’s a recipe for Company Chicken, a classic dish perfect for entertaining guests or serving at special gatherings. This creamy, flavorful chicken dish pairs wonderfully with rice or mashed potatoes.

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 tbsp olive oil or butter

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sauce

1 tbsp butter

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 tsp dried thyme or rosemary

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Optional Garnish

Fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

Heat olive oil or butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

2. Make the Sauce

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.

Add the garlic and mushrooms (if using), and cook for another 2–3 minutes.

Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze it. Simmer for 2 minutes.

Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, thyme, and black pepper. Simmer until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

3. Combine and Bake

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top.

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).

4. Serve

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or a crusty loaf of bread to soak up the sauce.

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Tips

Add a handful of spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce for extra flavor.

For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and milk instead of heavy cream.

If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish before baking.

Enjoy the creamy, comforting, and crowd-pleasing flavors of Company Chicken!