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Creamy Chicken Stroganoff – Comforting, Creamy & Weeknight-Ready

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Tender chicken and mushrooms in a creamy, tangy stroganoff sauce — a comforting one-pan meal ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • lbs chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (divided)

  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1½ cups chicken broth

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water (optional thickener)

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in oil until golden, then set aside.

  • Sauté mushrooms in same pan until browned. Add onion and cook until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

  • Pour in broth, mustard, and more paprika. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

  • Stir in sour cream and cream (tempered). Simmer gently until thickened.

  • Return chicken to skillet and cook through. Adjust seasoning.

  • Garnish with parsley and serve hot over noodles or veggies.

Notes

Great with egg noodles, mashed cauliflower, or rice. Leftovers keep 3–4 days in the fridge. Reheat gently.