Creamy Chicken Stroganoff (View Print Version)

Tender chicken in a rich creamy mushroom sauce, ideal over noodles or rice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips
02 - 1/2 tsp salt
03 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
04 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

→ Vegetables

05 - 9 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
06 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

08 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 cup chicken stock
11 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tsp paprika
13 - 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
14 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# Method:

01 - Season chicken strips with salt and black pepper, then toss evenly with the all-purpose flour.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches until golden on all sides but not fully cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.
03 - Add remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Sauté onions and mushrooms until softened and golden, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
04 - Sprinkle paprika over vegetables, then pour in chicken stock, stirring and scraping browned bits from the pan. Incorporate Dijon mustard and mix thoroughly.
05 - Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 7 to 8 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened slightly.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in sour cream and chopped parsley until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Serve immediately over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with additional parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, creamy sauce full of flavor
  • Easy enough for a weeknight, yet elegant for guests
02 -
  • Can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and serving with gluten-free pasta or rice
  • Always check ingredient labels for allergens if unsure
03 -
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version
  • For extra flavor, add a splash of dry white wine after sautéing the mushrooms
Return