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A Comforting Take on Creamy Chicken Stroganoff

This creamy chicken stroganoff features tender chicken in a rich, savory sauce, making it an ideal meal for cozy gatherings or comforting weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
  • Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board.
  • In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
  • Stir in dried thyme to the mixture and cook for 1 minute to release its aroma.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate the fond.
  • Reduce the heat to low; add sour cream and Dijon mustard, stirring until combined.
  • Slice the rested chicken and place it back in the skillet, simmering for 5 more minutes in the sauce.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Serve the creamy chicken stroganoff over egg noodles or rice, garnished with fresh parsley.