Description
This Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Mushrooms is a rich, cozy, and smooth dish featuring tender chicken pieces and savory mushrooms in a luscious plant-based creamy sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or special occasion, it is quick to prepare, packed with wholesome flavors, and adaptable to personal tastes, offering a satisfying and warm meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 100g smoked turkey bacon, sliced
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 200g mixed mushrooms (cremini and button), sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauces and Liquids
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 100ml grape juice (natural)
- 150ml plant-based cream (plant-based)
Other Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare and Sauté Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the chicken pieces until golden brown on all sides and just cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside to keep tender and juicy.
- Cook Mushrooms, Onion, and Smoked Turkey Bacon: In the same pan, add a little more olive oil and sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms and smoked turkey bacon, cooking until mushrooms release their juices and bacon crisps slightly, building a deep umami flavor base.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce and grape juice to deglaze the pan, scraping up flavorful bits. Stir in the plant-based cream and sprinkle the natural gelling agent; whisk gently to combine. Allow to simmer gently on low heat until the sauce thickens into a velvety texture.
- Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the pan, coating them evenly with the creamy mushroom sauce. Cook together for an additional 3-5 minutes so flavors meld perfectly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Finish by sprinkling fresh parsley on top for color and freshness.
Notes
- Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking and tenderness.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to allow mushrooms and chicken to brown well for better flavor.
- Simmer sauce gently on low heat to prevent curdling of the plant-based cream.
- Chop mushrooms evenly for consistent cooking and texture.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley at the end to preserve vibrant flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy chicken stroganoff, plant-based cream sauce, mushroom stroganoff, quick chicken dinner, gluten free chicken recipe, savory chicken recipe