Rich Chicken Stroganoff Recipe

Introduction

This Rich Chicken Stroganoff is a comforting twist on the classic dish, featuring tender chicken pieces in a creamy mushroom sauce. It’s perfect for a cozy dinner and comes together easily with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breast halves
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, as desired
• Flour, for coating
• 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra as needed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (or to taste)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2/3 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut the chicken breast halves into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat each piece lightly in flour to help create a nice crust during cooking.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the coated chicken pieces without overcrowding. Cook about 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Transfer to a plate. Add more oil if needed and cook the remaining chicken pieces the same way, then combine on the plate.
3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter. Once melted, add sliced mushrooms and chopped onion. Cook 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their water and are well seared.
4. Step 4: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic. Cook for about a minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant to allow garlic flavor without burning.
5. Step 5: Pour in chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape browned bits from the pan bottom. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend flavors and warm through.
6. Step 6: Lower heat to low and stir in sour cream until smooth. Heat through for about a minute, but do not boil to avoid curdling. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use full-fat sour cream for a richer, silkier sauce, or swap for Greek yogurt for a tangier taste.
• Serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when deglazing with chicken broth.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to avoid curdling the sauce. You can add a splash of chicken broth or cream while reheating to maintain a smooth texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of mushrooms for this recipe?

Yes, you can substitute cremini mushrooms with button mushrooms, shiitake, or a mushroom mix depending on your preference and availability.

Is it possible to make this dish dairy-free?

To make it dairy-free, substitute the butter with olive oil and use a dairy-free sour cream alternative or coconut cream in place of regular sour cream.

Rich Chicken Stroganoff Recipe

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Rich Chicken Stroganoff is a creamy, savory dish featuring tender chicken pieces seared to perfection and simmered in a luscious sauce made from mushrooms, onions, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, chicken broth, and full-fat sour cream. This comforting recipe combines classic Stroganoff flavors with a rich, velvety texture, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

• Author: Tim
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

• 2 chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, as desired
• Flour, for coating the chicken pieces

For Cooking and Sauce

• 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra as needed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (or to taste)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2/3 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream

Instructions

1. Prepare and Coat the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast halves into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle them evenly with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to taste. Coat each chicken piece lightly and evenly in flour to help create a nice crust during cooking.
2. Brown the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the coated chicken pieces without overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature), flipping once. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate. For the second batch, add an additional tablespoon of olive oil if needed, cook the remaining chicken, and combine on the plate.
3. Sauté the Mushrooms and Onions: Reduce heat to medium in the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter. Once melted, add sliced cremini mushrooms and chopped onion. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms and onions release their moisture, it evaporates, and mushrooms are nicely seared. This builds a rich flavor base for the sauce.
4. Flavor with Mustard, Worcestershire, and Garlic: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant, allowing the garlic flavor to infuse without burning.
5. Deglaze, Simmer, and Return Chicken: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the skillet bottom with a wooden spoon to add depth to the sauce. Return the browned chicken to the skillet and simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to meld flavors and heat the chicken through.
6. Finish with Sour Cream and Serve: Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream until sauce is smooth. Heat through about 1 minute without boiling to avoid curdling. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper before serving. For extra silkiness, use full-fat sour cream as preferred.

Notes

• Ensure not to overcrowd the skillet when browning chicken to achieve a golden crust.
• Use full-fat sour cream to get a creamy, rich texture and avoid curdling by not boiling the sauce after adding sour cream.
• Adjust Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce quantities according to taste preferences.
• For a thicker sauce, you can add a little more flour to chicken coating or cook the sauce slightly longer to reduce.
• This dish pairs wonderfully with egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Keywords: Chicken Stroganoff, Creamy Chicken, Mushroom Sauce, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, Quick Chicken Recipe