Sauerkraut Chicken Bake
Transform your dinner routine with this hearty and tangy Sauerkraut Chicken Bake, a comforting one-dish recipe that’s brimming with bold flavors. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are nestled in a luscious mixture of sautéed onion, garlic, and creamy sauerkraut, all enhanced with smoky paprika and thyme for aromatic bliss. Baked to perfection in a bubbling sauce of chicken broth and sour cream, this dish strikes the perfect balance between zesty and savory. With just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward steps, this easy chicken bake is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it warm alongside crusty bread or roasted potatoes for a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for fans of hearty, flavorful comfort food, this Sauerkraut Chicken Bake will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 cups sauerkraut
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried thyme on both sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Stir in the sauerkraut and chicken broth. Cook for 2-3 minutes to warm through and combine flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
Nestle the seared chicken breasts into the sauerkraut mixture.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven or, if not oven-safe, transfer the mixture and chicken to a baking dish.
Bake for 35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your Sauerkraut Chicken Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.8 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1476 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 732 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
