Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff

Here’s a rich and creamy Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff recipe—comfort food at its best.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2–3 garlic cloves, minced

• 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)

• 1 cup sour cream or heavy cream

• 2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)

• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

• Cooked rice or egg noodles, for serving

Instructions

1. Cook the chicken:

   • Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned but not fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.

2. Cook the vegetables:

   • In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent.

   • Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are browned.

   • Stir in paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Make the sauce:

   • Sprinkle flour over the vegetables (if using) and stir for 1–2 minutes.

   • Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps.

   • Bring to a simmer until slightly thickened.

   • Stir in Dijon mustard and sour cream/heavy cream.

4. Combine chicken and sauce:

   • Return chicken to the skillet.

   • Simmer for 5–7 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is creamy.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh parsley.

   • Serve over cooked rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes.