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Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff

Cozy up to a hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff that simmers all day into a velvety creamy sauce—your next go-to comfort meal with almost zero hands-on time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts, cut into 1″ pieces)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (sub: sweet onion or shallots)
  • 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms, cleaned and quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth (or bone broth for extra depth)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (or whole grain mustard for texture)
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika adds warmth)
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme (sub: 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch (for gluten-free thickening; sub: arrowroot)
  • ¾ cup sour cream (use whole milk Greek yogurt for a lighter twist)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add a teaspoon of oil, and brown chicken pieces in batches (about 2 minutes per side). Transfer to the slow cooker—optional but boosts cozy, savory depth.
  • In the same skillet, toss in mushrooms and onions; cook until edges turn golden (about 4 minutes), stirring in garlic for the last minute. Scrap up any browned bits.
  • Pour chicken broth over the layers, then whisk in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Gently push ingredients down so the liquid contacts the chicken.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours (or HIGH for 3–4 hours). Aim for tender chicken and softened mushrooms.
  • In a small bowl, stir cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Add to the cooker 20 minutes before serving. Stir gently for a silky sauce.
  • Off heat, fold in sour cream for mellow tang and glossy texture. Don’t boil once sour cream’s in for a silky finish.
  • Sprinkle fresh parsley over bowls of chicken stroganoff. Spoon onto buttered noodles, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice for a comforting meal.

Notes

Browning chicken adds flavor. If sauce seems thin after adding sour cream, let it rest off heat for 10 minutes. For a lighter color, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Cooking on LOW yields tender chicken.
Keyword Chicken Stroganoff, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Slow Cooker Recipe
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