Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff is a comforting and creamy dish that combines tender chicken breasts, mushrooms, and a rich sauce made with cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, sour cream, and Italian dressing mix. Cooked low and slow for maximum flavor and tenderness, it’s served over hearty egg noodles for a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or cozy Sundays.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Mushrooms
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
Sauce
- 21 ounces canned cream of mushroom soup
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix (for Italian dressing)
Other
- 1 pound dried egg noodles (cooked according to package directions)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place the chicken breasts and sliced mushrooms into the slow cooker, ensuring they are spread evenly across the bottom.
- Prepare Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the canned cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese (at room temperature), sour cream, and dry Italian dressing mix. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Sauce and Chicken: Spread the prepared sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and mushrooms in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours, or until the chicken easily shreds apart with a fork, allowing flavors to meld perfectly.
- Cook Noodles: About 10-15 minutes before serving, boil the dried egg noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Shred and Mix: Once the chicken is done, shred it directly in the slow cooker using two forks. Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce thoroughly. Then fold in the cooked egg noodles, mixing until well combined.
- Season and Garnish: Season the stroganoff with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh, colorful garnish.
- Serve: Serve the creamy chicken stroganoff hot, enjoying its rich flavors and comforting texture.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing for a smoother sauce.
- Use low sodium cream of mushroom soup if you want to control the saltiness.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier flavor and added protein.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or spinach towards the end of cooking for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken stroganoff, slow cooker recipes, creamy chicken recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, slow cooker chicken
