Cheesy Swiss Chicken Delight
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Cheesy Swiss Chicken Delight. This comforting dish features tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy sauce blended with zesty sour cream and topped with crispy butter-flavored cracker crumbs. Perfect for a family dinner, this recipe is both easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
4
Servings
495
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breast halves
4 (4 ounce) (trimmed and pounded to even thickness)
dried onion flakes
1 tablespoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Swiss cheese slices
4 (none)
condensed cream of chicken soup
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans (undiluted)
sour cream
1/2 cup (none)
water
1/4 cup (none)
crushed butter flavored crackers
2 cups (about 50 crackers)
butter
1/2 cup (melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
2
Place the boneless skinless chicken breast halves in the greased baking dish, arranging them in a single layer for even cooking.
3
Sprinkle the dried onion flakes, salt, garlic powder, and pepper evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well-seasoned.
4
Lay a slice of Swiss cheese on top of each chicken breast, allowing it to melt into the dish as it cooks.
5
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the undiluted cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and water until smooth. Pour this creamy mixture evenly over the chicken and cheese.
6
In a separate bowl, combine the crushed butter-flavored crackers with melted butter, stirring until the crumbs are well-coated. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the chicken and sauce.
7
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, the juices run clear, and the crumb topping is golden brown and crisp.
8
Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cheesy Swiss Chicken Delight!
Nutrition Information
32.5g
Fat
27.5g
Carbs
35g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheesy Swiss Chicken Delight?
It is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy sauce blended with sour cream and topped with crispy butter-flavored cracker crumbs.
What temperature should I set my oven to for this recipe?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking dish is required?
A 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish is recommended for this recipe.
How many servings does this chicken recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What type of chicken should be used?
Use 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, trimmed and pounded to even thickness.
How do I season the chicken?
Sprinkle dried onion flakes, salt, garlic powder, and pepper evenly over the chicken breasts.
What kind of cheese is used in Cheesy Swiss Chicken Delight?
The recipe calls for 4 slices of Swiss cheese, placed on top of each chicken breast.
What ingredients make up the creamy sauce?
The sauce consists of two 10 3/4 ounce cans of condensed cream of chicken soup, 1/2 cup of sour cream, and 1/4 cup of water.
Should the cream of chicken soup be diluted with water first?
No, the recipe uses the condensed soup undiluted, mixed directly with sour cream and a small amount of water.
What is used for the crunchy topping?
The topping is made from 2 cups of crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 50 crackers) and 1/2 cup of melted butter.
How long does the dish need to bake?
Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes.
How do I know the chicken is fully cooked?
The chicken is done when it is cooked through, the juices run clear, and the crumb topping is golden brown.
Should I cover the baking dish during cooking?
No, the instructions state to bake the dish uncovered to allow the topping to become crisp.
What are the nutritional calories per serving?
There are approximately 495 calories per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving contains 35g of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
The recipe contains 32.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 27.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Do I need to grease the baking dish?
Yes, grease the dish with cooking spray or butter before adding the chicken.
How much dried onion flakes are needed?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of dried onion flakes.
Can I use something other than Swiss cheese?
While Swiss cheese provides the signature flavor, you could experiment with other sliced cheeses, though the recipe specifically highlights Swiss.
How many crackers are in 2 cups of crushed crumbs?
It takes approximately 50 crackers to make 2 cups of crushed crumbs.
Is this a good recipe for a family dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as a family-friendly comfort food and an easy dinner recipe.
Should the chicken be pounded?
Yes, the recipe recommends pounding the chicken to an even thickness for even cooking.
What are some recommended sides for this meal?
Steamed vegetables or a fresh salad are great sides for this dish.
How much salt and pepper should I use?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.
What is the ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 11 total ingredients used in this recipe.
Can I substitute sour cream?
The recipe specifies 1/2 cup of sour cream to create the zesty, creamy sauce.
Is this a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is classified as a one-dish baked meal.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Should I let the dish rest after baking?
Yes, it is recommended to let it rest for a few minutes before serving.