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Chicken Stroganoff

This Chicken Stroganoff delivers 48g protein and 571 calories per serving — one meal that covers 40% of a 120g daily protein goal. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop for efficient weeknight dinners without compromise. Designed for lifters prioritizing protein-dense, single-pan meals that don't require multiple components.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Garlic powder(3g)
  • Paprika, Ground(3g)
  • Onion powder(3g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • Flour, All-Purpose, White(45g)
  • Unsalted Butter(30g)
  • Olive oil(15g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Butter(45g)
  • Yellow Onion
  • Garlic(180g)
  • Mushrooms, Cremini(454g)
  • Mustard, Dijon(10g)

    Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.

  • Paprika, Ground(5g)
  • Wine, White, Dry(120g)
  • Flour, All-Purpose, White(15g)
  • Low Sodium Chicken Broth(480g)
  • Worcestershire Sauce(15g)

    Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.

  • 1 pinch salt (to taste)
  • 1 pinch pepper (to taste)
  • Sour Cream(120g)

    Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.

  • Parsley, Fresh(15g)

Instructions

  1. 1Season chicken all over with garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in flour. Set aside.
  2. 2Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken until browned, (about 4 minutes each side). Transfer to a plate, set aside.
  3. 3Melt the remaining butter in the pan. Sauté the onions until transparent. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds), then add mushrooms and cook until golden, about 4 minutes. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet (=flavour). Add in the mustard and paprika, mixing well to coat mushrooms.
  4. 4Pour in the wine (or stock) to deglaze the pan, and let reduce for about 3 minutes while stirring occasionally to mix all of the flavours through.
  5. 5Add flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute, then add the broth/stock and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well to incorporate and let simmer while stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken slightly, about 2-4 minutes
  6. 6Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in sour cream. It may 'look' split, but the sour cream will melt through the sauce while it heats through. Let simmer until sauce is smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
  7. 7Return chicken breasts along with juices on the plate to the pan. Simmer for a further 2 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked through. (If sauce is too thin, simmer for a minute or 2 longer until the sauce thickens from the floured coating on the chicken.) Remove from heat.
  8. 8Garnish with parsley or chives. Serve over noodles, pasta, mashed potatoes or rice.

Nutrition — Per Serving

571

calories

48g

protein

30g

fat

Carbohydrates
37g
Saturated fat
10.4g
Sodium
414 mg
Dietary fiber
3.0g

4 servings per batch · ~560g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Chicken Stroganoff have per serving?

Each serving delivers 48g of protein and 571 calories with a macro breakdown of 30g fat and 37g carbs. This is a solid mid-range protein option for hitting daily macro targets across a single dinner meal.

How long does Chicken Stroganoff take to prep?

This is a quick prep recipe that yields 4 servings on the stovetop, so you can prepare 4 dinners in one cooking session. The 4-serving batch size makes it ideal for pairing with one other recipe to round out a full meal prep day.

Is Chicken Stroganoff good for muscle gain?

At 48g protein and 571 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain when stacked with other high-protein meals throughout the day. The 37g carb content provides energy for workouts and post-training recovery without excess calories.

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