Creamy Chicken Stroganoff: Comfort Food in 30 Minutes

This Chicken Stroganoff is a quick and comforting dish combining tender chicken and earthy mushrooms in a creamy sauce.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Chicken Breasts Cut into 1” pieces
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder

For the Sauce

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1/4 cup Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with canola oil or butter
2 tablespoons Butter Increase olive oil for dairy-free option

For the Flavor

8 oz Cremini Mushrooms Button mushrooms are a good alternative
1 medium Onion Choose yellow or red based on preference
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Substitute with yellow mustard if desired
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Use soy sauce for a gluten-free alternative
2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced or roasted garlic can be used

For the Base

1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a lighter flavor
1 cup Full-fat Sour Cream Yogurt can lighten it up if preferred

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge in flour and set aside.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet and add chicken in a single layer, cooking until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a plate.
Sauté the Aromatics: In the same skillet, melt butter and add mushrooms and onion; sauté until golden and translucent.
Add Flavorings: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
Build the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth, scrape the skillet, and return chicken; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the Creaminess: Lower heat, swirl in sour cream until heated through without boiling.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes and enjoy your comforting meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Keep a meat thermometer handy to ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.

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