I am Linda from Cook Daily Recipe, and this creamy chicken stroganoff is my weeknight hero. It sits happily in my list of Low Calorie Chicken Recipes. I use tender chicken breast, brown it, then fold it into a light sauce that still tastes rich. The pan smells like mushrooms and garlic, and the table goes quiet for a minute. If you keep a folder for Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Recipes, this fits right in. The meat stays juicy and the texture feels cozy. Fans of Baked Chicken Breast Recipes will like how clean and simple this cook feels, even though we do it on the stove. Each bite feels like comfort that minds the numbers. I plan this when I want Calorie Controlled Meals that still feel special. It works for Low Calorie Meals and shines among Slimming Friendly Recipes. I serve it with steamed rice or ribbons of courgetti, and the plate looks bright. If you love Healthy Chicken Recipes and you want dinner that tastes like you fussed all day, this one earns a spot. Warm bowls, clean plates, and no stress. That is my kind of night.
Table of Contents
- 1 Key Takeaways
- 2 Easy Chicken Stroganoff Recipe
- 3 Ingredients for Chicken Stroganoff
- 4 How to Make Chicken Stroganoff
- 5 Tips for Making Chicken Stroganoff
- 6 Making Chicken Stroganoff Ahead of Time
- 7 Storing Leftover Chicken Stroganoff
- 8 Try these chicken dinners next
- 9 Chicken Stroganoff
- 10 Nutrition
1 Key Takeaways
We keep dinner light and cozy. We start with lean chicken. We finish with a creamy sauce that stays smart. Low Calorie Chicken Recipes guide the choices here. Low Calorie Chicken Recipes lead the method too. I cook with calm steps and quick heat. The pan does the heavy lifting and the table does the smiling.
I write as Linda for Cook Daily Recipe at https://www.cookdailyrecipes.com. I love fast prep and simple flavor. I build the sauce with stock, mushrooms, mustard, and a light dairy swap. We keep the texture lush without a heavy load. The result tastes rich and still fits the plan.
This fits Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Recipes and it also lands well with Baked Chicken Breast Recipes fans who like clean flavor. It works with Calorie Controlled Meals and sits with Low Calorie Meals. It stays true to Slimming Friendly Recipes and lives among Healthy Chicken Recipes. I keep portions steady and I keep stress low.
2 Easy Chicken Stroganoff Recipe
I keep this weeknight game tight. A hot pan. A quick sear. Then a gentle simmer. Low Calorie Chicken Recipes shine when steps stay short and close. Two words that frame my plan smart comfort. I reach for chicken breast strips and I let them pick up color fast. The sound tells me they are ready.
With the meat resting warm, I soften onion and garlic. Mushrooms follow and bring that deep note. I stir in a dusting of flour and whisk in stock. The sauce turns smooth and kind. A spoon of Dijon and a splash of Worcestershire join. The aroma leans earthy and bright at once.
I drop the heat and fold in quark or a light sour cream. The sauce stays silk and never splits. Chicken slides back in and warms through. Parsley lands last. Plates meet the pan and the room goes quiet for a breath. That small pause tells me we did it right.
3 Ingredients for Chicken Stroganoff
Chicken breast strips Lean and tender by nature and perfect for light meals. I cut even pieces so they cook at the same pace and stay juicy.
Low calorie cooking spray A light coat helps the sear and keeps the count friendly. A teaspoon of olive oil works if that fits your day.
Onion Finely diced for quick softening. It gives sweet depth and it melts into the sauce so each bite tastes round and warm.
Garlic Minced and brief in the pan. It blooms fast and keeps its bright note that lifts the creamy finish.
Mushrooms Sliced and browned until they give their juices. They anchor the dish and bring that classic stroganoff feel.
Plain flour A small spoon thickens the sauce. It binds the stock and dairy for a smooth coat on each strip of chicken.
Stock Beef or chicken both work. I whisk it in little by little so the texture stays glossy and neat.
Dijon mustard A small spoon adds sharp balance. It keeps the sauce lively and cuts through the cream.
Worcestershire sauce A savory boost that deepens the pan flavor. Just a splash does the job well.
Quark or reduced fat sour cream This gives the soft body we crave in stroganoff and keeps the dish aligned with low calorie chicken dinners as a semantic of our main idea.
Parsley Fresh and bright at the end. It adds color and a clean finish that makes the plate look alive.
Salt and pepper I season in layers. A little on the chicken. A little in the sauce. Taste and adjust at the end.
4 How to Make Chicken Stroganoff
Step one season and sear Pat the chicken dry and season both sides. Heat a large nonstick pan and mist with spray. Sear the strips in batches and move them to a warm plate.
Step two soften and brown Add onion to the same pan. Stir until soft. Add garlic for a brief minute. Tip in mushrooms and cook until they release liquid and take on color.
Step three build the base Dust the pan with flour and stir to coat. Pour in stock in small splashes while whisking so the sauce turns smooth and even.
Step four season the sauce Stir in Dijon and Worcestershire. Let the sauce bubble gently until it thickens to a light coat on a spoon.
Step five finish with dairy Lower the heat. Fold in quark or reduced fat sour cream. Keep the sauce under a simmer so it stays silky and stable.
Step six return the chicken Slide the seared strips and any resting juices back into the pan. Stir until hot and tender. Sprinkle parsley and taste the seasoning.
5 Tips for Making Chicken Stroganoff
Cut even strips so the meat cooks at the same pace. Dry surfaces help browning. A crowded pan steams the meat. Work in batches and keep the heat steady.
Let mushrooms sit before stirring. Contact time means better color and deeper flavor. When the pan looks dry, a small splash of stock lifts the brown bits and builds body.
Hold the simmer before adding dairy. Gentle heat keeps the sauce smooth. This practice sits well with Calorie Controlled Meals and with Low Calorie Meals where we value clean texture and clear flavor more than extra fat.
6 Making Chicken Stroganoff Ahead of Time
I cook the sauce and chicken, then cool them fast. I store them in separate boxes for the neatest reheat. This keeps the meat tender and the sauce glossy.
When dinner time comes, I warm the sauce on low heat and add the chicken near the end. A small splash of hot stock brings the original sheen back. Parsley waits until the last minute.
This plan supports Slimming Friendly Recipes because it helps with portion control and timing. It also matches the spirit of low calorie chicken suppers as another semantic of our core idea. The dish tastes cared for even on a rushed night.
7 Storing Leftover Chicken Stroganoff
Leftovers rest well in a sealed box for three days in the fridge. I cool the food before the lid goes on. Steam trapped under a lid can thin the sauce.
For a gentle reheat, I place the stroganoff in a pan over low heat. I add a splash of stock and stir. The sauce loosens and turns smooth again. Patience beats high heat here.
This storage plan aligns with Healthy Chicken Recipes and with low calorie chicken mains as a third semantic. Serve with steamed rice, ribboned courgette, or a simple salad. Each option keeps the numbers tidy and the plate full.
8 Try these chicken dinners next
9 Chicken Stroganoff
Chicken Stroganoff Low Calorie Chicken Recipes
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 680 g chicken breasts cut into strips
- Salt and pepper
- Low calorie cooking spray or 1 tsp olive oil
For the Sauce
- 1 onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 300 g white mushrooms sliced
- 1 tbsp plain flour
- 500 ml beef stock made with a cube
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 120 g fat free quark or reduced fat sour cream
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
For the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Mist a large nonstick pan with cooking spray and set over medium heat.
- Sear chicken in batches for about 3 minutes per side until lightly golden then lift to a plate.
For the Sauce
- Add onion to the pan and cook until soft, then add garlic for one minute.
- Stir in mushrooms and cook until they give off liquid and start to color.
- Sprinkle flour and stir for thirty seconds.
- Pour in stock a little at a time while stirring. Add mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer until slightly thick.
- Lower the heat. Stir in quark or sour cream until smooth. Do not let it boil.
- Return chicken and any juices to the pan and warm through.
- Finish with parsley and taste for seasoning. Serve hot.
10 Nutrition
A standard plate offers a smart profile that suits Low Calorie Chicken Recipes. Expect moderate calories and a strong hit of protein. Fat stays on the lighter side thanks to lean meat and careful use of dairy.
Sodium depends on the stock you use. Choose a low salt cube if that suits your plan. Fiber gets a lift from mushrooms. Serve with brown rice or steamed veg for more balance.
Cook Daily Recipe by Linda keeps flavor high and fuss low. For more ideas and calm weeknight plans, visit https://www.cookdailyrecipes.com. Keep cooking light. Keep it kind. Keep it human.
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