Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach
Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach is a comforting and delicious dish that perfectly marries tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe is a delightful twist on the classic stroganoff, featuring fresh spinach for added nutrition and color. With its simple preparation and minimal cooking time, you can enjoy this hearty meal during busy weeknights or serve it at special gatherings to impress your guests. The blend of flavors from Dijon mustard and chicken broth creates a savory sauce that pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Brown on all sides for about 6-8 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and pour in the chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and mix in sour cream until well combined.
- Fold in the baby spinach and cook just until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Adjust sauce thickness if desired by mixing cornstarch with a little water before adding it slowly to the skillet while stirring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg