Description
A creamy and flavorful Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff made with tender chicken pieces, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and a rich sour cream sauce infused with paprika and garlic. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into bite size pieces)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 oz shiitake mushrooms (thinly sliced)
- 1 shallot (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 1/4 – 1 1/2 cups sour cream (see notes)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp parsley (fresh, chopped)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with paprika, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, tossing well to evenly coat the chicken.
- Cook the mushrooms: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until they are slightly browned. Remove the mushrooms from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Cook the chicken and shallots: Using the same pan, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and nearly cooked through. Add the sliced shallot and continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes until the shallot is softened.
- Add garlic and combine: Stir in the sliced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Return the cooked mushrooms to the pan and stir to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer with sour cream: Add the sour cream and Dijon mustard to the pan. Stir well to blend all ingredients. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the stroganoff. Serve immediately, ideally paired with a side such as baked zucchini with mozzarella for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use full-fat sour cream for best taste and creamy texture; low-fat versions may cause the sauce to curdle.
- Adjust the amount of sour cream depending on preferred sauce consistency.
- This dish pairs well with rice, egg noodles, or quick baked vegetables like zucchini with mozzarella.
- If shiitake mushrooms are unavailable, cremini or button mushrooms can be substituted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Russian
