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Rich Chicken Stroganoff Recipe

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Rich Chicken Stroganoff is a comforting and creamy dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated and seared to perfection, then simmered in a savory mushroom sauce enhanced with Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and full-fat sour cream. This stovetop recipe brings together deep flavors and a luscious texture, perfect for an indulgent yet straightforward dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 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

For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or add 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 the chicken pieces: Cut the chicken breast halves into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and black pepper evenly over them. Then, coat each piece lightly with flour to ensure a nice crust forms during cooking.
  2. Sear 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 and cook about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Flip once for even browning. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate. Add more olive oil if needed, and repeat with remaining chicken pieces, then set all chicken aside.
  3. Sauté mushrooms and onions: Reduce heat to medium; add 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter to the skillet. Once melted, add sliced cremini mushrooms and chopped onion. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their water, the water evaporates, and the mushrooms are nicely seared.
  4. Add seasoning to the sauce: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic. Cook for about one minute, stirring constantly until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
  5. Deglaze and simmer: Pour in chicken broth, scraping the skillet bottom with a wooden spoon to lift browned bits for extra flavor. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to marry the flavors and warm the chicken through.
  6. Finish with sour cream: Lower the heat to low and stir in full-fat sour cream until the sauce is smooth and heated through, about one minute. Avoid boiling to prevent curdling. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use full-fat sour cream for the richest, creamiest sauce; lower fat versions may cause curdling.
  • Be cautious not to overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure even browning and cooking.
  • Scraping the pan after adding broth is key to incorporating flavorful browned bits into the sauce.
  • Do not boil the sauce after adding sour cream to maintain a silky texture.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

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

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