Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff
Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and earthy mushrooms simmered in a rich, creamy sauce. Effortlessly prepared in your slow cooker, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Serve it over egg noodles or rice for a satisfying meal that will become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: dice the onion, slice the mushrooms, and mince the garlic.
- Optionally, sear the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides for added flavor.
- Place the seared chicken in the slow cooker. Add mushrooms, onions, and garlic on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Pour over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the sauce before serving over egg noodles or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas. - Add spinach or other vegetables towards the end of cooking for an extra nutritional boost.