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Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff

This easy Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff is rich and satisfying. This busy weeknight meal features tender chicken pieces, baby Bella mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, served over tender egg noodles. Simply boil the pasta, then make the rest in one pan. Ready in just 20 minutes!

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Chicken Stroganoff Dinner for Two

Why I love this recipe

This delicious chicken stroganoff recipe is a comfort food classic that makes a great lunch, dinner, or date night meal for two. It’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, and the creamy sauce pairs wonderfully with the tender chicken and mushrooms.

Need something to go with it? Try these Raspberry Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins or these Strawberry Cookie Tarts.

Expert tips

You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs as an alternative to breasts.

Try button mushrooms, white mushrooms, or cremini mushrooms instead of baby Bella.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days in the fridge.

Recipe FAQs

What side dish goes with Chicken Stroganoff?

Try these green beans, or these roasted Brussels sprouts, or this corn on the cob.

Can I use rotisserie chicken, and when would I add it in?

Yes, you can add it in step 7 along with the chicken stock and Worcestershire sauce.

Reader comments

Pat – I’ve made this a couple of times, and it’s easy and delicious. I usually cook up some chicken breasts for the week, and I also cook and freeze mushrooms in 4 oz. portions when they’re on sale, so that really cuts down on the cook time.

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Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe

This easy Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff is an incredibly rich and satisfying dish, perfect for a busy weeknight meal. Imagine tender pieces of chicken, combined with the earthy flavor of baby bell mushrooms, all swirled in a creamy, delectable sauce and served over perfectly cooked tender egg noodles. The best part? This delicious meal is incredibly simple to prepare; just boil the pasta and then complete the entire dish in one pan. From start to finish, you'll have a comforting and flavorful dinner ready in just 20 minutes!
4.38 from 24 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Chicken-Poultry
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 678 kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces wide egg noodles
  • 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tablespoons butter (divided use)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ small onion
  • 1 teaspoon jarred minced garlic
  • 1 cup baby bella mushrooms (sliced)
  • cup flour
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth (or chicken stock)
  • cup sour cream
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • Optional – 1/2 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add egg noodles and cook according to package directions.
  • On a cutting board, dice the onion and cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat add olive oil. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  • In the same pan add 1 tablespoon butter, add onions, and cook for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook for about 2 more minutes.
  • Add the remaining butter. Once melted, add flour and paprika, and stir for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and cooked chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until thickened.
  • Stir in sour cream and add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the cooked egg noodles to skillet and stir to coat. Top with parsley if desired.

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Notes

Notes about ingredients and substitutions
  • You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs as an alternative to breasts.
     
  • Try button mushrooms, white mushrooms, or cremini mushrooms instead of baby Bella.
Storage instructions
  •  
    Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 678kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 37gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 159mgSodium: 388mgPotassium: 980mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 762IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 77mgIron: 3mg
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4.38 from 24 votes (24 ratings without comment)
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Fina

Sunday 15th of January 2023

Can I use rotisserie chicken and when would I add it in?

Zona

Sunday 15th of January 2023

Yes you can add it in step 7 along with the chicken stock and Worcestershire sauce.

Pat

Monday 20th of July 2020

I've made this a couple of times and it's easy and delicious. I usually cook up some chicken breasts for the week and I also cook and freeze mushrooms in 4 oz. portions when they're on sale so that really cuts down on the cook time.

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