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Chicken Stroganoff

By:Nagi
Published:26 Nov '18Updated:17 Feb '20
279 Comments
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Chicken Stroganoff is everything you know and love about Beef Stroganoff… except it’s made with chicken! Golden seared chicken thighs or breast smothered in a sour cream Stroganoff Sauce, this is a quick dinner you can get on the table in 20 minutes.

And don’t worry….this Chicken Stroganoff recipe makes PLENTY of sauce!!

Close up of Chicken Stroganoff - golden seared chicken smothered in a creamy mushroom gravy

Chicken Stroganoff

Beef Stroganoff is a retro classic we’ll love forever. However, a really great Beef Stroganoff does involve taking the time to slice the beef super thinly, as well as some deftness to ensure the beef is seared to perfection yet still juicy on the inside.

Chicken Stroganoff, on the other hand, requires considerably less effort.

Especially when you do it my way, searing whole pieces of boneless chicken thighs not only because it means less prep (ie no chopping), but also because by cooking whole chicken thighs, you can brown them really beautifully.

Colour = flavour, both ON the chicken and IN the sauce (because the brown bits left in the pan form the flavour base for the Stroganoff Sauce).

Win win win!

Overhead photo of Chicken Stroganoff in a pan, ready to be served

How to make it

As mentioned above, I like making this using whole skinless, boneless chicken thighs so they can be cooked long enough to brown them nicely. You could use bite size pieces instead but you can’t get as much colour on them.

I just lightly season them with garlic power, salt and pepper. We don’t need a ton of flavour on the chicken because this recipe is really all about the Stroganoff Sauce!

And yes you can make this with chicken breast! I prefer thigh because it’s juicier, but breast and tenderloin will work just fine.

How to make Chicken Stroganoff

Stroganoff Sauce

The thing that makes this Stroganoff Sauce and not just any generic mushroom gravy is the sour cream and mustard. These are used for flavour, colour (makes the gravy paler) and thickener. Though this sour cream gravy is also thickened with flour, like traditional gravies.

Be sure to brown the mushrooms well which, combined with the fond* left in the pan from searing the chicken, makes a flavour base for a seriously good Stroganoff Sauce!

* “Fond” is the brown stuff left in the pan after you sear things. Not just proteins, even vegetables. For example, in this Mushroom Rice, the rice colour and flavour predominantly comes from the fond from browning the mushrooms.

Overhead photo of Chicken Stroganoff in a white bowl, ready to be eaten

What to serve with Stroganoff

Stroganoff is most commonly served with noodles or pasta, but mashed potato, polenta or anything that’s suitable to slop up all that fabulous Stroganoff Sauce is ideal.

For a low carb alternative, try Cauliflower Mash or Cauliflower Rice.

It could also be served in a bowl with bread to mop up all the sauce. *Her eyes light up at this thought that just dawned on her!* Try these homemade No Knead Rolls one day – they would be amazing with this Chicken Stroganoff!

For things on the side, try:

  • A crunchy garden salad or steamed greens with Italian Dressing, Balsamic or French Vinaigrette
  • Everyday Cabbage Salad
  • Kale Salad (skip the quinoa in the recipe)
  • Iceberg Lettuce Dill Salad (terrific fresh salad)
  • A big, fat, juicy Greek Salad

Also – Stroganoff lovers! Don’t miss classic Beef Stroganoff and Slow Cooked Stroganoff with ultra tender fall apart beef!

– Nagi x


CHICKEN STROGANOFF RECIPE
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Close up of Chicken Stroganoff - golden seared chicken smothered in a creamy mushroom gravy

Chicken Stroganoff

Author: Nagi
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Total: 20 mins
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4.95 from 71 votes
Servings4 - 5 people
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Recipe video above. You love Beef Stroganoff...now try CHICKEN! Golden seared chicken with a creamy mushroom Stroganoff gravy, I like making this with whole chicken thighs so I can brown it nicely which leaves brown bits in the pan that makes an incredible flavour base for the sauce!

Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 600g / 1.2 lb chicken thighs (4 - 5) , boneless skinless (or breast or tenderloin, Note 1)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Gravy:

  • 1 large onion , chopped
  • 300g / 10oz mushrooms , sliced (not too thin)
  • 40g / 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour (Note 2)
  • 2 cups / 500 ml beef broth/stock , salt reduced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2/3 cup (150g) sour cream (or yogurt)

Serving:

  • 250 - 300 g / 8 - 10 oz pasta or egg noodles of choice (Note 3)
  • Chopped parsley or chives , for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Sprinkle chicken with garlic powder, salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken in skillet smooth side down.
  • Press down lightly with with spatula. Cook for 4 minutes until golden.
  • Turn and press lightly with spatula. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Remove chicken onto a plate.
  • Turn heat down to medium high. Add butter, melt. Then add onions, cook for 1 minute, then add mushrooms.
  • Cook mushrooms until golden. Scrape bottom of fry pan to get all the golden bits off (this is flavour!).
  • Add flour, cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add half the broth while stirring. Once incorporated, add remaining broth.
  • Stir, then add sour cream and mustard. Stir until incorporated (don't worry if it looks split, sour cream will "melt" as it heats).
  • Bring to simmer ,then reduce heat to medium low. Once it thickens to the consistency of pouring cream (3 minutes), adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add chicken back in (including plate juices). Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from stove.
  • Serve over pasta or egg noodles, sprinkled with parsley or chives if desired.

Recipe Notes:

1. Chicken - If using breast, use 2 and either slice horizontally to form 4 "steaks" in total or chop into bite size pieces. If using tenderloin, use whole or chop. If cut into bite size pieces, still follow the recipe. ie brown then remove, then return into pan.
2. Flour - Any wheat flour is fine here, I use plain white flour (all purpose). Or use 1 tbsp cornstarch / cornflour mixed with 1 tbsp water (makes it Gluten Free), mix those together then add that in with the beef broth.
3. Serving - I like serving this with pasta. It's also great with mashed potato, rice, polenta - anything that's suitable to slop up all that gravy!
4. Fat reduction - use low fat sour cream and reduce butter to 2 tbsp, and use a non stick pan. Mixture will seem drier once you add flour but don't worry!
5. Nutrition per serving, excluding noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Stroganoff
Amount Per Serving
Calories 389 Calories from Fat 261
% Daily Value*
Fat 29g45%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Cholesterol 133mg44%
Sodium 511mg22%
Potassium 570mg16%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 23g46%
Vitamin A 280IU6%
Vitamin C 3.1mg4%
Calcium 53mg5%
Iron 1.5mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 389cal (19%)Carbohydrates: 8g (3%)Protein: 23g (46%)Fat: 29g (45%)Saturated Fat: 9g (56%)Cholesterol: 133mg (44%)Sodium: 511mg (22%)Potassium: 570mg (16%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 280IU (6%)Vitamin C: 3.1mg (4%)Calcium: 53mg (5%)Iron: 1.5mg (8%)
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279 Comments

  1. James Craig Rassinie says

    December 27, 2018 at 2:05 pm

    Recipe says to cook the chicken on medium and then turn the temp down to medium high. Did you mean to say turn the temp up to med high?

    Reply
  2. Tim Korbert says

    December 25, 2018 at 10:34 am

    5 stars
    Made this today everyone loves it,will definitely make again

    Reply
  3. Jill Turner says

    December 17, 2018 at 5:14 pm

    5 stars
    So nice. This will be my go to Chicken Strog recipe now. I only made one change. I roughly cut up the chicken fillets once browned.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      December 18, 2018 at 8:38 am

      I’m so happy you loved it Jill!

      Reply
  4. Alvin says

    December 14, 2018 at 6:46 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Nagi, made your Stroganoff last night, but using beef. Was fantastic, brought back memories when I was about 12, a Scottish aunt made it for lunch. She sent me the recipe some years later, but it got misplaced and she ha since passed on. This is the closest that I have come to replicating that amazing dish, thank you so much for sharing.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      December 17, 2018 at 12:45 pm

      That’s so nice Alvin, I’m so glad that this recipe comes close and gives you some great memories! ❤️

      Reply
  5. Juanita Sheehan says

    December 14, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    5 stars
    Another big Nagi hit in our house. Absolutely delicious.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      December 17, 2018 at 12:49 pm

      Woot! Thanks Juanita!

      Reply
  6. Robert M. Marullo (Bobby) says

    December 14, 2018 at 12:22 am

    5 stars
    Nagi, the recipe was delicious, just like everything you publish. What makes you unique, is that all your recipes look fabulous, but they also taste great, which is not the case with a great deal of recipes and cooks on line. Thanks for being so honest and delicious for us.
    Also, Dozer couldn’t have a better Mama. Keep on publishing Great One.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      December 14, 2018 at 1:28 pm

      I’m so glad you think so Robert, what great feedback! ❤️

      Reply
  7. Ania says

    December 13, 2018 at 11:00 pm

    Would. chicken broth work well instead of beef broth?

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      December 14, 2018 at 1:38 pm

      I’d just add a splash of Worcestershire if you use chicken, just to “beef up” the flavour a little. I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  8. Millie Peterson says

    December 12, 2018 at 3:14 pm

    Hello, first of all I love your recipes!!! Could you use chicken broth instead of beef or does beef just make it taste more flavorable??

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      December 13, 2018 at 8:14 pm

      You could use chicken broth with a splash of Worcestershire to beef it up a little! I hope you love it! N x

      Reply
  9. Negar Ameli says

    December 5, 2018 at 10:28 am

    Nagi, what is the best way to make the egg noodles and keep from sticking and keep warm waiting for the Strogonoff?
    Which brand of the noodle would you recommend?
    thanks, N.

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 12:36 pm

      After you’ve cooked them, you can drizzle a little oil to stop them from sticking to each other! I usually try to have them ready just as I’m about to serve my Stroganoff.

      Reply
  10. Shaun spinks says

    December 4, 2018 at 10:52 pm

    5 stars
    Made this tonight and it was a hit like nearly all your recipes are
    It’s staying in the menu rotation

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 12:47 pm

      Awesome!!!

      Reply
  11. Mihi says

    December 4, 2018 at 7:10 pm

    5 stars
    ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Perfect of my family as we only eat chicken and fish so this was good for us.
    I had for dinner then breakfast the next day, I ciuldn’t help it.
    Another Fantastic recipe Nagi as always 😉

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 12:51 pm

      Great!!

      Reply
  12. AnnR says

    December 2, 2018 at 1:02 pm

    5 stars
    Dear Nagy, What a treat. Made it tonight and it was delicious and looked just like your wonderful photographs-
    thank you, thank you.

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 4, 2018 at 1:42 pm

      I’m so glad you loved it!

      Reply
  13. Danielle Wolter says

    November 30, 2018 at 6:27 am

    5 stars
    I literally just made beef stroganoff a couple weeks ago and it reminded me how much I love the flavors. I have got to try this chicken version. Never thought to use mustard in the sauce. Must try. I can’t take my eyes off how creamy and delicious this looks.

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:08 pm

      You won’t be disappointed! Promise!

      Reply
  14. mandy says

    November 30, 2018 at 2:15 am

    just made this for dinner and it was AMAZING!!! I could drink the sauce! As always your recipe did not disappoint; your flavors are always spot on.

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:09 pm

      Thanks so much Mandy!

      Reply
  15. Fiona says

    November 29, 2018 at 9:38 pm

    5 stars
    Made it tonight and served with some fettuccine,
    was delicious, loving all your recipes Nagi 👍

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:15 pm

      WOOT! So glad you loved it!

      Reply
  16. Nancy (USA) says

    November 29, 2018 at 3:33 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much! Use to make it before when beef was cheaper, now chicken is half the cost of beef, and never thought of putting it in stroganoff! You are amazing. Was just thinking I needed more ideas of what to do with chicken (like I use to do with beef!)

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:20 pm

      It’s sooooo good!

      Reply
  17. Ryan Johnson says

    November 28, 2018 at 11:39 pm

    5 stars
    Awesome!
    … Stroganoff (I think) classically uses beef, but only tenderloin will do for palatability, no substitutes allowed, write the cheque! So we discover here, chicken is an excellent partner for that distinctive stroganoff yumminess. Another hit for our RecipeTin. : ) Thanks Nagi
    Ryan J
    Canada

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:41 pm

      You’re so welcome Ryan!

      Reply
  18. Vera G says

    November 28, 2018 at 7:56 pm

    This looks PRETY good to Me. Hello Dozer! Hello Nagi! Dr visit at last was good the only thing is to keep it on good level. Need to have three times protein every day eggs, mushrooms, beans/ bake beans, fish, rare stake, and every day preferably three Pm handful mix nuts more so walnut, silverbeatand so on. Fingers cross. Today is seven days temp below normal how did you go with STORM, ARE YOU SAFE.? Keep well.

    Reply
  19. Wavewatcher says

    November 28, 2018 at 4:06 pm

    5 stars
    Another great recipe! Picked up the chicken and mushrooms on the way home, and fairly quick, once the chopping and slicing was done.
    American recipes always warn about heating sour cream too much because it could curdle. These recipes do heat it up and still no curdling. Great!

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:45 pm

      I’m so glad you loved it!

      Reply
  20. Adrian says

    November 27, 2018 at 9:28 pm

    5 stars
    Fantastic, I cooked it for dinner tonight and doubled the quantities. It was a hit with hubby and 4 teenage sons. Thank you so much. A fan of your website now💋💋

    Reply
    • Nagi Maehashi says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:55 pm

      I’m so glad the family loved it!

      Reply
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