Description
Hearty Russian-inspired “Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Mushrooms” brings comfort and rich flavor to dinner tables everywhere. Silky sauce, tender chicken, and earthy mushrooms create a luxurious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, cut into strips
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lb (250g) mushrooms, sliced
Seasonings, Liquids, and Thickeners:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear chicken strips in a hot skillet with olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper until golden brown and caramelized, approximately 5-6 minutes. Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté finely chopped onions until translucent and soft, releasing their natural sweetness.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, allowing them to develop a rich, deep brown color and release their earthy moisture.
- Dust the mushroom mixture with flour, stirring vigorously to create a smooth, thick base for the sauce.
- Slowly introduce chicken broth, whisking continuously to prevent lumps and create a silky, velvety sauce.
- Incorporate heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika, blending the ingredients to develop a complex, layered flavor profile.
- Allow the sauce to simmer gently, creating a harmonious fusion of spices and cream.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet, nestling the pieces into the creamy sauce.
- Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, ensuring the chicken is thoroughly heated and the sauce reaches a luxurious, coating consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Finish the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for a bright, herbaceous garnish.
Notes
- Slice chicken uniformly to ensure even cooking and tender texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother sauce blending and consistent heat distribution.
- Opt for low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and customize seasoning.
- Choose gluten-free flour or cornstarch as an alternative for those with wheat sensitivities, maintaining the sauce’s creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg