Description

This Creamy Chicken Stroganoff recipe is a deliciously comforting dish featuring tender chicken strips cooked in a velvety mushroom and sour cream sauce, served over pasta. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it balances savory flavors with a creamy texture and is easy to prepare using simple ingredients and stovetop cooking.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

2 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables and Sauce

1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups chicken broth
½ cup sour cream (room temperature)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prep the Chicken and Veggies: Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and season lightly with salt and black pepper. Dice the onion finely and slice the mushrooms. This preparation will ensure smooth cooking later on.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken strips in a single layer without overcrowding and sauté until golden brown on both sides. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Sauté the Veggies: Using the same skillet, add diced onions and minced garlic. Cook and stir until the onions are translucent and fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release their juices and soften.
Create the Velvety Sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked vegetables and stir well to combine. Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Allow the mixture to thicken slightly, then stir in the room-temperature sour cream and Dijon mustard, blending until smooth and creamy.
Bring It All Together: Return the chicken strips to the skillet, coating them evenly with the creamy sauce. Reduce the heat to low and let everything simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes to meld the flavors.
Cook Your Pasta (or Side of Choice): While the sauce simmers, cook your choice of pasta—egg noodles recommended—in boiling salted water according to the package instructions. Drain well.
Serve: Serve the creamy chicken stroganoff over the cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Accompany with roasted vegetables or garlic bread if desired.

Notes

Use room-temperature sour cream to prevent curdling in the sauce.
For a richer sauce, add a splash of heavy cream along with the sour cream.
Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing chicken to ensure even browning.
You can substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
For a dairy-free alternative, use coconut cream instead of sour cream and dairy-free butter.
Add a splash of white wine or smoked paprika to enhance the flavor of the sauce.
Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of chicken broth to refresh the sauce texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chicken Stroganoff, creamy chicken recipe, mushroom sauce, easy dinner, stovetop chicken, comfort food