Creamy Chicken Stroganoff

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This comforting dish features tender pieces of chicken coated lightly in flour, then sautéed to golden perfection. Mushrooms, onion, and garlic are cooked until soft and fragrant before blending with chicken stock, paprika, and Dijon mustard to create a rich, flavorful sauce. Sour cream and fresh parsley finish the sauce with a smooth, creamy texture. Ideal served over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, this dish offers a balanced blend of savory and creamy notes perfect for any dinner table.

Updated on Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:38:00 GMT
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A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce, perfect over noodles or rice.

I first tried this Chicken Stroganoff during a cold week and it quickly became a go-to for hearty dinners. The creamy sauce and savory chicken always get thumbs up from everyone at the table.

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

Prep Chicken:
Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then toss with the flour to coat evenly.
Sauté 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.
Cook Veggies:
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.
Build 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.
Simmer:
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.
Serve:
Serve immediately over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with extra parsley.
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This is now a family comfort meal we share every winter, with everyone looking forward to the creamy sauce and extra parsley on top.

Required Tools

Large skillet, sharp knife, cutting board, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring cups and spoons.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 410 Calories, 22 g Total Fat, 16 g Carbohydrates, 37 g Protein.

Allergen Information

Contains dairy and gluten. The dish can be customized with gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions.

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Serve with fresh chopped parsley and enjoy the creamy comfort in every bite.

Recipe Guide

What type of chicken works best for this dish?

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized strips are ideal for even cooking and tender texture.

Can I substitute sour cream with another ingredient?

Yes, Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative to sour cream, adding a slightly tangy flavor.

How can I make the dish gluten-free?

Use gluten-free flour for coating and serve with gluten-free pasta or rice to keep the dish free of gluten.

What wine pairs well with this creamy dish?

A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc complements the creamy sauce and savory chicken nicely.

Can I add extra flavor to the mushroom sauce?

Adding a splash of dry white wine after sautéing the mushrooms enhances the depth and aroma of the sauce.

Creamy Chicken Stroganoff

Tender chicken in a rich creamy mushroom sauce served over noodles or rice for a hearty meal.

Prep duration
15 min
Cook duration
25 min
Complete duration
40 min
Created by Olivia Parker


Complexity Easy

Heritage Russian-Inspired

Output 4 Portions

Dietary guidelines None specified

Components

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

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

Sauce

01 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 1 cup chicken stock
04 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
05 1 teaspoon paprika
06 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
07 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method

Phase 01

Prepare chicken: Season chicken strips with salt and black pepper, then toss them in all-purpose flour to coat evenly.

Phase 02

Brown the 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 the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Cook onions and mushrooms until tender and golden, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Phase 04

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

Phase 05

Combine chicken and simmer: Return chicken and 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 with sour cream and parsley: Remove skillet from heat. Stir in sour cream and chopped parsley until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Phase 07

Serve: Immediately serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with additional parsley.

Tools needed

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

Allergy details

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if uncertain.
  • Contains dairy (butter, sour cream).
  • Contains gluten (all-purpose flour, egg noodles if served).
  • Can be adapted to be gluten-free and dairy-free with proper substitutions.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

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