Creamy Chicken Stroganoff (Print)

Tender chicken and mushrooms simmered in a smooth creamy sauce, perfect for a filling main course.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 2 tablespoons 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 tablespoons unsalted butter
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1 cup chicken stock
11 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 teaspoon paprika
13 - 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

# Directions:

01 - Season chicken with salt and pepper, then toss evenly with 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 but not fully cooked, about 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
03 - Add remaining olive oil and butter to skillet, then sauté onions and mushrooms until soft and golden, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
04 - Sprinkle paprika into skillet, then pour in chicken stock, stirring and scraping up browned bits. Incorporate Dijon mustard.
05 - Return chicken and juices to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 7–8 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce slightly thickens.
06 - Remove skillet from heat and stir in sour cream and chopped parsley until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as desired.
07 - Serve immediately over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with extra parsley.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to make in one pan for simple cleanup
  • Rich, creamy sauce and tender chicken with mushrooms
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
  • Add a splash of dry white wine after sautéing mushrooms for extra depth of flavor
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