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Chicken Stroganoff Recipe

Creamy Chicken Stroganoff Recipe for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This 30-Minute Chicken Stroganoff Recipe delivers creamy comfort with tender chicken and earthy mushrooms, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Can be swapped with beef strips for a classic beef stroganoff.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider using fresh garlic for an extra flavor boost.
  • to taste Salt Essential to elevate the overall taste.
  • to taste Pepper Essential to elevate the overall taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Gluten-free options can be used.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Butter is a great substitute for a richer flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can be omitted or replaced with margarine for a dairy-free option.
For the Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms Button mushrooms can be substituted if needed.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can replace onions for a milder taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adjust to suit your preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Omit or choose a vegan version for dietary restrictions.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic provides potent flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth serves well in a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream Greek yogurt or dairy-free options work for lighter versions.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Chicken Stroganoff Recipe
  1. Season your chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and a light coat of flour. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add seasoned chicken, and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining olive oil and butter to skillet, then add mushrooms and onions. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  4. Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and simmer. Add seared chicken back into the skillet to absorb flavors.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream until smooth. Heat through for 2 minutes.
  7. Serve the Chicken Stroganoff over noodles, rice, or potatoes, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently to maintain creamy consistency.

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