Rich Chicken Stroganoff Recipe
This Rich Chicken Stroganoff is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces seared to perfection and simmered in a luscious mushroom and onion sauce enriched with Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and full-fat sour cream. Ideal for a comforting dinner, this recipe balances savory spices and a velvety sauce for a satisfying meal.
- Author: Felix
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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
Sauce & Vegetables
- 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
- Prepare 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 with flour to ensure a nice crust during cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add half of the coated chicken pieces without overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Flip once for even browning. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces, adding an extra tablespoon of olive oil if needed, then transfer to the plate.
- Sauté the vegetables: Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add sliced cremini mushrooms and chopped onion. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables release their water, evaporate, and mushrooms are nicely seared, building a flavorful base for the sauce.
- Add seasonings: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to release fragrances without burning the garlic.
- Create the sauce: Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to lift any browned bits, enhancing the sauce’s depth. Return the browned chicken to the skillet and simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld flavors and warm the chicken through.
- Finish the stroganoff: Lower the heat to low and stir in the sour cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Heat through for about 1 minute without boiling to prevent curdling. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken pieces are uniformly coated in flour for an even crust.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when browning chicken to achieve proper sear.
- Sauté mushrooms and onions until their moisture evaporates for maximum flavor.
- Use full-fat sour cream for a richer, silkier sauce texture.
- Do not boil after adding sour cream to avoid curdling.
- Adjust Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce to taste depending on your flavor preference.
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