Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Comforting & Creamy: The creamy mushroom sauce and tender chicken make it the perfect soul-warming dish.
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Easy & Quick: Ready in under an hour, this meal comes together fast for a weeknight dinner.
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Flavorsome: The addition of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce gives this dish a delicious, complex flavor.
Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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All-purpose flour (for dredging)
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3 tbsp olive oil, divided
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1 tbsp butter
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8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
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1/2 medium onion, chopped
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1–2 tbsp Dijon mustard (to taste)
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1–2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (to taste)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2/3 cup chicken broth
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1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
Directions
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Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off the excess.
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Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken in two batches until browned and cooked through (about 3 minutes per side). Remove the chicken and set aside.
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Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and butter to the skillet. Add mushrooms and onions. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until browned and any liquid has evaporated.
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Add Flavor: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
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Add Broth & Combine: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Finish the Sauce: Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve: Serve immediately over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Servings and Timing
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Servings: 4
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Total Time: 40 minutes (including prep)
Variations
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Richness: Stir in a pat of butter with the sour cream for an even richer sauce.
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Extra Veggies: Add spinach or peas for extra color and nutrition.
Storage
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To Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
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To Reheat: Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of chicken broth to loosen the sauce if needed.
Conclusion
Homemade Chicken Stroganoff is the perfect dish for a comforting and flavorful meal. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and delicious mushrooms, it’s sure to become a family favorite. It’s an easy-to-make meal that’s both hearty and satisfying!

Homemade Chicken Stroganoff
- Author: Amy
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Description
Homemade Chicken Stroganoff is a comforting, rich, and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy sauce made with Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and sour cream. Served over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice, this easy-to-make recipe is the perfect meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
All-purpose flour (for dredging)
For the Sauce:
3 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tbsp butter
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1–2 tbsp Dijon mustard (to taste)
1–2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (to taste)
3 cloves garlic, minced
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off the excess. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken in two batches until browned and cooked through (about 3 minutes per side). Remove the chicken and set aside. -
Sauté the Vegetables:
Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and butter to the skillet. Add mushrooms and onions. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until browned and any liquid has evaporated. -
Add Flavor:
Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. -
Add Broth & Combine:
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes. -
Finish the Sauce:
Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. -
Serve:
Serve immediately over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Notes
Richness: Stir in a pat of butter with the sour cream for an even richer sauce.
Extra Veggies: Add spinach or peas for extra color and nutrition.
Serving Tip: Serve over your choice of starch—egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice—depending on your preference.