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Published: Jun 23, 2023 Last Updated: Jun 23, 2023 by Andrea Geddes

Chicken Stroganoff with Sour Cream

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Chicken stroganoff is a creamy and comforting one-pot meal, ready in under 30 minutes! Perfectly seasoned chicken thighs and buttery mushrooms are smothered in a rich and savoury sour cream sauce for the perfect cosy weeknight meal!

bowls of chicken stroganoff and pasta on a table.

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Quick and easy – an easy weeknight dinner, made in just one pot with simple ingredients.
  • Full of flavour – the ultimate comfort meal!
  • Perfect for cold nights – it’s creamy, rich and satisfying. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, pasta, steamed vegetables or rice for the perfect cosy dinner on chilly nights.
  • Versatile – stroganoff is traditionally made with beef, but this chicken version is packed full of flavour and can be adapted with beef, turkey or even leftover chicken. It can also be stretched further with your favourite veggies.
  • Reheats well – make it ahead and reheat it on the stove when you need a speedy lunch or dinner.
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1 Why you’ll love this recipe
2 Ingredients you will need
3 Step by step instructions
4 Expert tips
5 FAQs
6 Related recipes
7 Chicken Stroganoff with Sour Cream

Ingredients you will need

** This post contains tips and instructions to achieve the best possible results. This photo is a great guide for when you are in the supermarket, but for full ingredient quantities and methods, please scroll down to the detailed recipe card below!

chicken stroganoff ingredients, laid out on a table.
chicken stroganoff ingredients, laid out on a table.
  • Chicken thighs – I use boneless chicken thigh fillets, as they stay juicy and tender all the way through. But thigh can be swapped for chicken breast or even leftover chicken, if preferred. If using chicken breasts, don’t overcook them or they will become chewy.
  • Sour cream – provides a silky, creamy texture and mild tanginess to the sauce. Be sure to use regular, full-fat sour cream rather than light or low-fat sour cream, to prevent the sauce from splitting. While sour cream is classically used, you can swap for crème fraiche, plain Greek or natural yoghurt, if preferred. I don’t recommend skipping this ingredient!
  • Paprika – use sweet paprika, not hot or smoked paprika. If you’d like to add a light smoky flavour, keep the sweet Hungarian paprika but also add a small amount of smoked paprika, to taste.
  • Plain flour – be sure to flour the chicken well before cooking it. The flour helps the meat to brown and then works to thicken the sauce. If you require the stroganoff to be gluten-free, use cornflour or your preferred thickener instead.
  • Mushrooms – add savoury, umami flavour to the sauce. Any common field mushrooms can be used. I use Swiss Brown mushrooms, but portobello, cremini or button mushrooms can also be used. Or, leave them out if you prefer.
  • Chicken stock – if you have beef or vegetable stock that you want to use up, they will work too.
  • Dijon mustard – tangy mustard adds flavour to the sauce. Use Dijon mustard or swap for wholegrain mustard.
  • Worcestershire sauce – a fermented, liquid condiment with a tangy, savoury, sweet and salty umami flavour. Worcestershire sauce adds depth to the creamy sauce. Use more or less, to taste.
a bowl of pasta topped with chicken stroganoff and herbs, on a table.

Step by step instructions

Full ingredient notes and quantities can be found in the detailed recipe card below. But here is a brief overview of what you can expect;

Step 1 – Prepare the chicken;

Place the chicken thigh pieces in a bowl and coat with the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir until completely covered.

Cook the chicken in the olive oil in batches until golden, browned on the outside and mostly cooked through in the middle.

Remove the chicken from the pan and rest on a plate while you prepare the sauce.

a bowl with pieces of chicken, coated in flour and spices.
pieces of chicken browning in a pan.

Step 2 – Make the sauce;

Cook the garlic in the butter until soft and fragrant. Add the mushrooms and brown.

Once the mushrooms are browned and tender, add the flour and stir for 1 minute.

oil and garlic, frying in a pan.
browned mushrooms in a pan.

Add the chicken stock, tomato paste, paprika, Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce and simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly.

On low heat, add the sour cream and stir until combined.

a pan of sauce and mushrooms.
stroganoff sauce in a pan.

Return the chicken pieces to the pan and bring to a very low simmer only until the sauce has thickened and the chicken pieces have completely cooked through.

Boiling the sauce or cooking for too long can cause the sauce to split.

Remove from the heat and taste. Season with salt and pepper, as needed.

finished stroganoff, in a pan.

Serve over pasta, creamy mashed potatoes or your choice of sides.

Expert tips

  • Don’t skip browning the chicken. To ensure that the sauce has a delicious flavour and colour, brown the chicken in the pan before making the sauce (unless you are using leftover chicken). Make sure the pan is very hot and seal the chicken on both sides to seal and colour them. Keep the residual brown bits in the pan for extra flavour.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan while browning the chicken. We want the chicken to brown and develop a flavourful crust. Overcrowding can lead to the chicken stewing instead of browning.
  • If using leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken, there is no need to coat the chicken in flour first. Make the sauce and stir the chicken through at the end, until heated through. A little extra flour may be needed to thicken the sauce.
  • Use full-fat sour cream rather than light or low-fat sour cream to help prevent the sauce from splitting.
  • Add the sour cream at the end and cook until just stirred through. Boiling the sauce after adding the sour cream can cause it to split or curdle. Simmer only until thickened and the chicken is cooked through.
  • When finished, taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper accordingly.

FAQs

How to store it;

Chicken stroganoff will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Can I reheat it?

Reheat leftover stroganoff gently in a pan over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the sauce from splitting. Heat until the sauce and chicken are steaming hot, all the way through. Be careful not to boil, or the sauce can become grainy. Stirring through a little splash of stock can help to loosen the sauce.

Can I freeze it?

Chicken stroganoff can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it cool before transferring to a freezer-safe container. To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight and gently reheat in a pan over low heat.

What do you serve it with?

Traditionally, stroganoff is served over pasta or noodles. However, you can serve it with buttery mashed potatoes, rice, polenta or a loaf of fresh, crusty bread. Or, serve with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles or steamed green vegetables for a healthier option.

a bowl of chicken stroganoff and pasta, on a table.

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Chicken Stroganoff with Sour Cream

Chicken stroganoff is a creamy and comforting one-pot meal, ready in under 30 minutes! Perfectly seasoned chicken thighs and buttery mushrooms are smothered in a rich and savoury sour cream sauce for the perfect cosy weeknight meal!
5 from 2 votes
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Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Russian
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
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Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 619kcal
Author: Andrea Geddes
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Ingredients  

For the chicken

  • 800 grams boneless chicken thighs cut into halves or thirds
  • ¼ cup plain flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika ground
  • salt and pepper
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

For the Stroganoff sauce

  • 3-4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic crushed or finely chopped
  • 200 grams mushrooms sliced
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups liquid chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1-2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ¾ cup sour cream full-fat
  • salt and pepper to taste

To serve

  • fresh pasta or your side of choice
  • chopped parsley or chives, chopped

Instructions

For the chicken

  • Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir until the chicken is completely coated and set aside.
  • In a large pan, heat half of the oil over medium-high heat. Cook half of the chicken pieces for 4-6 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp on the outside and mostly cooked through in the middle. Remove the chicken from the pan and rest it on a plate.
  • Repeat with the remaining oil and chicken pieces. Set the chicken aside on a plate to rest while you prepare the sauce.

For the sauce

  • Melt the butter in the pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and stir for 1 minute, or until soft and fragrant.
  • Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until golden.
  • Turning the heat to low, add the flour and stir for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken stock, tomato paste, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and paprika and bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Add the sour cream and stir until combined and warmed through.
  • Return the chicken pieces to the pan and simmer on low heat for 1 minute, or until the chicken has completely cooked through.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce, to taste.
  • Remove from the heat and serve with fresh pasta, mashed potatoes or your choice of sides. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Notes

  1. Use sweet paprika, not hot or smoked paprika. If you a slight smoky flavour, keep the sweet Hungarian paprika but also add a small amount of smoked paprika, to taste.
  2. Be sure to flour the chicken well before cooking it. The flour helps the meat to brown and then thickens the sauce. If you require the stroganoff to be gluten-free, use cornflour or your preferred thickener instead.
  3. I use boneless chicken thigh fillets, as they stay juicy and tender all the way through. But chicken breast or even leftover chicken can be used instead. If using chicken breasts, don’t overcook them or they will become chewy.
  4. Don’t skip browning the chicken. To ensure that the sauce has a delicious flavour and colour, brown the chicken in the pan before making the sauce (unless you are using leftover chicken). Make sure the pan is very hot and seal the chicken on both sides to seal and colour them. And keep the residual brown bits in the pan for extra flavour.
  5. Avoid overcrowding the pan while browning the chicken. We want the chicken to brown and develop a flavourful crust. Overcrowding can lead to the chicken stewing instead of browning.
  6. If using leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken, there is no need to coat the chicken in flour first. Make the sauce and stir the chicken through at the end, until heated through. A little extra flour may be needed to thicken the sauce.
  7. Use full-fat sour cream rather than light or low-fat sour cream to help prevent the sauce from splitting.
  8. Add the sour cream at the end and cook until just stirred through. Boiling the sauce after adding the sour cream can cause it to split or curdle. Simmer only until thickened and the chicken is cooked through.
  9. When finished, taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper accordingly.
  10. Storage; Chicken stroganoff will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
  11. Reheating; Reheat leftover stroganoff gently in a pan over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the sauce from splitting. Heat until the sauce and chicken are steaming hot, all the way through. Be careful not to boil, or the sauce can become grainy. Stirring through a little splash of stock can help to loosen the sauce.
  12. Freezing; Chicken stroganoff can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it cool before transferring to a freezer-safe container. To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight and gently reheat in a pan over low heat.
  13. Please note that the nutrition information is based on the stroganoff being divided into 5 bowls, with one bowl being one serve. The nutritional information is an estimate only and does not take into account any additional toppings or sides served with the stroganoff.
  14. This recipe is made using Australian cups and spoon measurements. Any reference to cups or spoons in this recipe is in Australian metric. Due to cup sizes varying from country to country, I advise adjusting if necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 619kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 198mg | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 709mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1001IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Zara says

    August 22, 2023 at 8:52 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! Was a huge hit with the family, even the fussy toddler!

    Reply
    • Andrea Geddes says

      August 28, 2023 at 2:32 am

      Hi Zara! I’m so happy to hear this! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment and let me know. Andrea 🙂

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