Chicken Stroganoff  Recipe (2024)

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Aleochi Carvalho

As a Brazilian, I must say that this recipe is probably one of the most beloved dishes around here. It's usually a Sunday or family-gathering kind of dish. In Brazil potato sticks (Called "straw-potatoes" in Portuguese) are very popular and we have multiple types such as extra thin, medium, seasoned, spicy.... And one last thing, in Brazil, white rice is cooked with salt, onions, and garlic, not like Asian rice. Enjoy :)

Deborah

They are usually in the chip aisle at grocery stores. In cans, near the pringles!

Dori Rose

Wow… tried this on a whim one Sunday night. This was unique and delicious!!!! Two glasses of wine in and I’m having a moment. The potato sticks on top are a must.

a cook from Toronto

Very tasty. Hubby licked his plate! Used sour cream as I did not have heavy cream and liked the slight tartness. The potato sticks added texture but I didn’t think they were needed for flavour. A good way to stretch a large chicken breast. Cut the recipe in half for just the two of us. Used two Tbsp of tomato paste in half cup of water instead of sauce and left out the ketchup.

celia

Or Greek yougurt instead of the heavy cream...

Raquel

I still remember my mom cutting potatoes in julienne fashion and frying them in oil to serve along with the Stroganoff. Yum! At our home, the potatoes went on the side and perfectly portioned among all the kids, while dad would steal them from our plates just to create mayhem.

LIChef

I found the recipe good, but a little bland, and was wondering whether a healthy dollop of sweet or smoked paprika would make a difference (sort of like a paprikash).

Elizabeth

Any suggestions for a substitution for the mushrooms? Mot a fan of them in our house. but this sounds yummy!

Jana M

Growing up in Brazil, this was such a popular dish on Sundays. For those who do not like mushrooms, a substitute is hearts of palm. No need to sauté first, just add them by the end and let it cook for a while with the chicken.

KS

Pik-Nik is a very common brand of potato sticks but French's makes a version as well. Walmart sells the French's version, at least in Colorado.

Richard

Try a grocery store. Or Google "potato sticks near me."

John

Having spent 4-5 years in Brazil, this seemed to me to be one of those recipes where every family has their little twists. I tend to use half an onion, only a little garlic and paste instead of puree. I have even added olives. Goto a global market or Brazilian store and look for extra thin potato sticks!

Sandra

Would the similarly packaged crispy onions or crispy jalapenos be a good substitute for the potato sticks? Is it the crispy or the starchy that’s wanted?

John M.

I knew that as soon as I saw this recipe that I had to try, and I'm so glad I did. I thought that it was delicious! I made it as written, but did have to use 4 4oz. cans of button mushrooms packed in water, drained and then patted dry before cooking. Easy to prepare and real easy to eat. I even found the potato sticks and thought that they were indeed essential. Thanks so much, Mr. El-Waylly!

Christine Weber Kearney

For the cream, I used a large spoon of yogurt and then soy milk and milk. I used hamburger instead of chicken. This is definitely a repeater.

Lydia

More chicken, extra garlic, less mushrooms, over garlicky rice

TonyR

This is a nice, som sort of semi-sweet, chicken stew. But definitely NOT a Stroganoff. A true Stroganoff has somewhat tangy/sour taste to it. Which this recipe definitely has not.

Akshay & Yvette

Overall very nice but felt there was more cream than needed. I'd cut it in half next time....seems like it diluted the flavor and we ended up with more of a pink sauce than a red one. Glad we took the time to cook everything as long as suggested -- like the mushrooms. That helped with developing the flavor. Love the suggestion to add smoked paprika.

claraend

So much better when I don’t have Covid. Did 4 ketchup packets, mustard and worcestershire to sight.

Tandy

This was so good. The only thing I did differently was that I was unsure about simmering the chicken so I lightly sautéed it in a different pan. I'm sure it would have been fine otherwise, but it did work the way I did it. :)

Richard L.

Serving it with rice works. I just prefer rotelli noodles, buttered with a little salt and pepper. Also, when we were introduced to Brazillian Stroganoff, we were told that her family liked colorful vegetables added like red and green bell peppers and carrots.It is always a popular hit for a bigger group.

RDCollins

Excellent as written! Couldn’t find potato sticks, so i used lightly crushed potato chips, specifically the “double crunch” variety, which are thicker and crispier than regular chips, and they worked very well.

LMH

I added extra Dijon and smoked paprika and it was fabulous

dvdmgsr

I just made this using 1 lb of remnants of a two-day old grocery store chicken, mostly breast meat, which reduced the cooking time considerably. I also did half sour cream/half heavy cream. The outcome was somewhat pulled pork-like, and as it turned out. I made some leftover thaw and rose rolls to go with, and voila! Delicious on rice or roll, including the potato sticks! I would consider spicing it up a bit — I probably should have used some of the leftover horseradish sauce from Christmas Eve.

Laura

Agree with others to definitely add crushed red pepper and paprika. I thought it was good, but don’t know if I’d make again.

DennisD

It needs something to give it a little zing. Perhaps some dry sherry or lemon juice would do it for me.

David Craft

Thought about a handful of raisins in this?

Marg

This is probably going into regular rotation here. It's quick and easy, and it uses stuff we usually have on hand (except for the potato sticks -- but now that we have bought them and discovered that they're snackable, they'll probably be around more often). Might try it with sour cream at some point, just to see.

jim d.

Couldn’t find the crispy potato “stix” so I went with the crispy fried onions of green bean casserole fame. They were so good, don’t think I’d want to use anything else.

TraceyF

Potato sticks are also called shoestring potatoes and can be found in a bag in the chip aisle.

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Chicken Stroganoff  Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What can I add to stroganoff for more flavor? ›

Quartered mushrooms and a combination of pearl onions and shallots give the finished dish a more interesting texture and flavor. Adding gelatin to the chicken stock gives it more body, letting the sauce come together more tightly to coat the meat and noodles.

How do you make stroganoff less bland? ›

Solution: Choose beef tenderloin for superior texture. Sauté button mushrooms, then brown the beef in the same pan and deglaze the pan with beef broth. For more complexity, prepare a sauce with onion, tomato paste, brown sugar, chicken broth, and wine.

What is the best substitute for sour cream in stroganoff? ›

Two of the best substitutes for sour cream in beef stroganoff are: Greek yogurt and cream cheese. This recipe uses 1/2 cup of full-fat Greek yogurt in place of sour cream. Greek yogurt has the slight acidic “tang” that is closest to the flavor of sour cream.

What can I use in Stroganoff instead of Worcestershire sauce? ›

9 Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes That Get the Job Done
  1. DIY Imitation Blend.
  2. Reduced Balsamic Vinegar.
  3. Soy Sauce.
  4. Miso Paste.
  5. Oyster Sauce.
  6. Anchovy Paste.
  7. Red Wine.
  8. A1 Steak Sauce.
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What does stroganoff contain? ›

Sliced steak and mushrooms mingle in a wine sauce enriched with sour cream and served over wide noodles for a comfy, hearty meal. Beef Stroganoff has been a comfort food staple since it originated in Russia back in the mid-19th century.

How to improve Stroganoff? ›

Avoid skimping on the stock. It's time to start the wet cooking part of the stew, which is stroganoff. You can use plain tap water if that's all you have, but stock is a much better option. Stock is another vehicle for adding flavor and richness to the stroganoff, and it's the liquid of choice for many chefs.

What can I add instead of sour cream? ›

Here are the top 10 sour cream substitutes you can use in the kitchen.
  • Yogurt. Yogurt is your best substitute for sour cream. ...
  • Mayonnaise. Mayo is a great sour cream substitute. ...
  • Buttermilk. ...
  • Crème Fraîche. ...
  • Cream Cheese. ...
  • DIY Sour Cream. ...
  • Kefir. ...
  • Mexican Crema.
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How do you add sour cream to Stroganoff without curdling? ›

How do you keep sour cream from curdling in beef stroganoff? Remove some of the liquid from your stroganoff and allow it to cool. In a small bowl, take several tablespoons of the sour cream (or however much you require) and then add a teaspoon of the cooled liquid from the stew.

Does stroganoff contain paprika? ›

Crumble in the stock cube and stir in the paprika and tomato purée. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the beef consommé, mushrooms and mustard. Bring to the boil then lower the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until the volume of liquid has reduced by half.

What cut of meat is best for stroganoff? ›

Popular choices include boneless ribeye, sirloin, and tenderloin. You can technically make beef stroganoff with any beef, but the reason why chefs choose tender cuts is that stroganoff involves flash-frying thin strips of meat before cooking them briefly in a sauce.

How can I thicken my stroganoff? ›

First, in a separate bowl, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing equal parts of cornstarch (start with one or two tablespoons) and cold water. Ensure it's well mixed, aiming for a smooth consistency without lumps. Once your slurry is ready, slowly introduce it to the simmering stroganoff, stirring continuously.

Can I use evaporated milk instead of sour cream? ›

For cooked sauces, combine 1 cup evaporated milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice. Let the mixture stand 5 minutes to thicken. If you are looking for a lower fat option to sour cream, mix 1 can of chilled evaporated milk whipped with 1 teaspoon lemon juice.

What is a substitute for 1 cup of sour cream? ›

Mayonnaise. Here's an ingredient you probably have on hand: mayonnaise! You can use it as a cup-for-cup replacement for sour cream in most recipes—including baked goods! (Mayo adds a ton of moisture to things like cakes and muffins because it's made from eggs and oil.)

Can I use milk instead of sour cream? ›

12. Regular Milk. Although not an ideal substitute due to the lack of flavor and thick texture, you can use regular milk as a substitute for sour cream when in a pinch. Regular milk, as a replacement, is best in baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and bread.

What does stroganoff taste like? ›

I think of beef stroganoff as having the warm comforting taste of a slow-cooked stew with the cooking style of a stir-fry. In this beef stroganoff recipe, thinly sliced beef is sauteed until just sealed, but still rare (and never chewy!)

Does stroganoff contain cream? ›

Steak stroganoff for breakfast on a weekday. I love my job. There are many versions of stroganoff, some using brandy, mustard, stock or crème fraiche. My recipe is a little simpler, with a base of double (heavy) cream and sour cream.

What is sour cream sauce made of? ›

Sour cream sauce ingredients

Sour creams vary by thickness, tanginess, and creaminess, so grab a brand that you love the taste of. garlic and onion powder – a small amount of garlic and onion powder stirred into sour cream is virtually indistinguishable, texture-wise, but it adds so much savoriness and flavor.

How do you thicken stroganoff sauce? ›

One way to thicken beef stroganoff is with flour or cornstarch. These are both common cooking ingredients that will help create an excellent thickening agent for beef stroganoff recipes.

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