Creamy Chicken Stroganoff

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This dish features tender strips of chicken sautéed and simmered in a creamy mushroom sauce enriched with sour cream, Dijon mustard, and paprika. The sauce combines sautéed mushrooms, onions, and garlic for depth of flavor, finished with fresh parsley for brightness. Perfect served over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, it offers a comforting and flavorful meal that comes together in under 45 minutes and suits an easy dining experience.

Updated on Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:28:00 GMT
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A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce, perfect over noodles or rice.

This recipe quickly became a favorite in our household. We love how the creamy sauce brings everything together and transforms everyday ingredients into something truly special.

Ingredients

  • Chicken: 600 g (1.3 lbs) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized strips 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • Vegetables: 250 g (9 oz) cremini or white mushrooms sliced 1 medium onion finely chopped 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Sauce: 2 tbsp unsalted butter 2 tbsp olive oil 250 ml (1 cup) chicken stock 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp paprika 120 ml (1/2 cup) sour cream (full-fat recommended) 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (plus extra for garnish)

Instructions

Preparation:
Season the chicken with salt and pepper then toss with the flour to coat evenly.
Cooking Chicken:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter. Sauté the chicken in batches until golden on all sides but not fully cooked through about 3 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Prepare Vegetables:
Add the remaining oil and butter to the pan. Sauté the onions and mushrooms until soft and golden about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Make Sauce:
Sprinkle in the paprika then pour in the chicken stock and stir scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in Dijon mustard.
Combine:
Return the chicken and any juices to the pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 7 8 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Finish:
Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream and chopped parsley until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
To Serve:
Serve immediately over egg noodles rice or mashed potatoes garnished with extra parsley.
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This comforting stroganoff has found a spot at our family table especially on chilly evenings. Everyone helps with chopping mushrooms and stirring the sauce making the prep just as satisfying as the meal.

Required Tools

Large skillet sharp knife cutting board wooden spoon or spatula measuring cups and spoons are all you need to prepare this dish.

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (butter sour cream) and gluten (flour egg noodles if used) but can be modified for gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.

Nutritional Information

Each serving provides approximately 410 calories 22 g total fat 16 g carbohydrates and 37 g protein.

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Serve your chicken stroganoff piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Enjoy this comforting classic any night of the week.

Kitchen Guide

What cuts of chicken work best?

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into strips provide tender, even cooking and absorb the sauce well.

Can I substitute sour cream?

Yes, Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative for a creamy texture with a slight tang.

What side dishes pair well?

Egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes complement the creamy sauce and tender chicken perfectly.

How do I enhance the mushroom flavor?

Sautéing mushrooms until golden and adding a splash of dry white wine after cooking deepens the flavor.

Is this adaptable for gluten-free diets?

Yes, using gluten-free flour and serving with gluten-free pasta or rice makes it suitable for gluten-free needs.

Creamy Chicken Stroganoff

Tender chicken in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce, seasoned with paprika and Dijon mustard.

Prep Duration
15 min
Cook Duration
25 min
Complete Duration
40 min
Created by Brandon Ellis


Skill Level Easy

Heritage Russian-Inspired

Output 4 Portions

Diet Requirements None specified

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 ground black pepper
04 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Vegetables

01 9 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
02 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

01 2 tbsp unsalted butter
02 2 tbsp olive oil
03 1 cup chicken stock
04 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
05 1 tsp paprika
06 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
07 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

Method

Phase 01

Prepare chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, then toss with flour to coat evenly.

Phase 02

Brown chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken in batches until golden on all sides but not fully cooked, about 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Phase 03

Sauté vegetables: Add remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Sauté onions and mushrooms until tender and golden, about 5 minutes, then stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Phase 04

Build sauce: Sprinkle paprika over vegetables, then pour in chicken stock, scraping browned bits from the pan. Stir in Dijon mustard until combined.

Phase 05

Simmer chicken: Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 7–8 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens slightly.

Phase 06

Finish sauce: Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and chopped parsley until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Phase 07

Serve: Plate immediately over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with additional parsley.

Kitchen Tools

  • Large skillet
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Allergy Guide

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if unsure
  • Contains dairy and gluten; can be modified for gluten-free and dairy-free diets with appropriate substitutions.

Nutrient Breakdown (per portion)

Numbers shown are estimates only - consult healthcare providers for specific advice
  • Energy: 410
  • Fats: 22 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Proteins: 37 g