Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Mushrooms
Introduction
Creamy Chicken Stroganoff is the ultimate comfort meal—tender chicken strips simmered in a velvety mushroom sauce flavored with onions, garlic, butter, and a touch of sour cream. This dish is the perfect balance of savory richness and smooth creaminess.Traditionally made with beef, this chicken version is lighter but just as delicious, ready in under 40 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.Serve it over buttered noodles, mashed potatoes, rice, or even steamed vegetables for a hearty, satisfying dinner.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 35–40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
2 large chicken breasts (cut into thin strips)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
For the Stroganoff Sauce
2 tbsp butter
1 medium onion (thinly sliced or finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups mushrooms (button or cremini, sliced)
1 tbsp flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup sour cream
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional but recommended)
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Add chicken strips, season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Cook 5–7 minutes until lightly golden.
Remove chicken and set aside.
Make the Mushroom Base
In the same pan, melt 2 tbsp butter.
Add onions and sauté until soft and fragrant (3–4 minutes).
Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned and reduced (5 minutes).
Build the Creamy Sauce
Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir for 1 minute.
Pour in chicken broth slowly, stirring to avoid lumps.
Add heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
Combine Chicken & Finish
Add the cooked chicken back into the pan.
Reduce heat to low, stir in sour cream, and cook another 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Serve
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot over:
egg noodles
mashed potatoes
steamed rice
buttered pasta
sautéed veggies
Tips & Variations
Make it lighter
Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
More flavor boost
Add ½ cup white wine after sautéing onions.
Make it cheesy
Stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan.
For extra creaminess
Use half heavy cream + half cream cheese.
Add vegetables
Spinach, peas, or broccoli work beautifully.