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Rich chicken stroganoff in a skillet with creamy mushroom sauce and golden seared chicken pieces

Rich Chicken Stroganoff

A creamy one-pan chicken stroganoff made with golden seared chicken breast, earthy cremini mushrooms, Dijon mustard, and a silky sour cream sauce. Ready in about 42 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 281

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breast halves cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • all-purpose flour for coating
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking chicken, plus extra as needed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for the sauce
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms wiped clean and sliced
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or 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

Equipment

  • Deep skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Meat thermometer
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken breast halves into 1-inch pieces. Season evenly with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Lightly coat each piece in flour on all sides, shaking off any excess.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken in a single layer without crowding the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes per side until deep golden brown and cooked through to 165 degrees F internal temperature. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken, adding more oil if the pan looks dry.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and the butter to the same skillet. Once the butter melts and starts to foam, add the mushrooms and onion. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid from the vegetables cooks off and the mushrooms pick up some golden color.
  4. Stir in the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Return the seared chicken to the skillet and simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is warmed through and the sauce starts to come together.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the sour cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Heat through gently for about 1 minute. Do not let it boil or the sour cream may curdle. Taste and adjust salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

Serve over wide egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or steamed rice. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of chicken broth to loosen the sauce. Full-fat sour cream gives the smoothest results. Do not substitute low-fat sour cream or the sauce may break.