- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 500 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious Chicken Stroganoff: Practicality and Flavor - A quick and tasty recipe that combines chicken breast, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, and cream to create a soft and flavorful texture, ideal served with rice or mashed potatoes.”
What you need to know
Practical and quick to prepare - Uses common and easy-to-find ingredients - Has several variations to suit taste - Offers an option to substitute cream for versatility
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of chicken breast cut into strips
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 cup of tomato sauce
- 200g of heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Salsinha picada a gosto
- Use fresh chicken breast for better flavor and texture.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, cook for a few more minutes before adding the heavy cream.
- You can replace the heavy cream with plain yogurt for a lighter option.
- Try adding fresh mushrooms to enrich the recipe.
- Stroganoff goes very well with rice and potato sticks, but can also be served with mashed potatoes.
Instructions
Principal
- Heat the oil in a medium pot and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Adicione o alho picado e refogue por mais 1 minuto.
- Place the chicken in the pan and cook until browned on both sides.
- Add the tomato sauce, mix, and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream, mixing well until all ingredients are integrated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let it cook for another 5 minutes, without letting it boil.
- Remove from heat and finish with chopped parsley.
Chef's tips
Add chopped parsley at the end to give a touch of flavor and color - Substitute heavy cream with natural yogurt for a healthier and lighter option - Add fresh mushrooms to give an additional touch of flavor
Variations
Replace chicken with turkey breast for an alternative option - Add fine herbs to the tomato sauce to give an extra touch of flavor - Replace rice with pasta for a different version
Substitutions
Replace heavy cream with plain yogurt for a healthier and lighter option - Add fresh mushrooms to enrich the recipe - Replace tomato sauce with chili sauce for a milder flavor
How to store
Lasts up to 3 days in the refrigerator after preparation. To preserve for longer, it can be frozen.
Can it be frozen?
Yes, it can be frozen. Divide the recipe into portions and freeze immediately. When thawed, heat over medium heat until cooked.
What to serve with
Ideal served with rice or mashed potatoes - Can be served with a green leafy salad to complete the meal - Complements well with a good white wine
Frequently asked questions
How to add more texture to the sauce?
Adding cooked wheat grains or cooked rice at the time of preparation can give more texture to the sauce.
Can chicken be replaced by turkey breast?
Yes, it can be substituted. Turkey breast is also a good option and can be prepared the same way.
How to freeze the recipe?
Divide the recipe into portions and freeze immediately. When thawed, heat over medium heat until cooked.
How to replace heavy cream?
It can be replaced by plain yogurt, which is a healthier and lighter option.
