Print

Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Crispy Bacon over Rice

Print Recipe

This Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Crispy Bacon is a hearty, comforting dish served over fluffy white rice. Rich in flavor and easy to make, it’s a satisfying weeknight dinner packed with tender chicken, savory bacon, and a luscious mushroom cream sauce. Keywords: chicken stroganoff, creamy bacon chicken, chicken and rice, stroganoff with mushrooms, easy chicken dinner

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 6 strips of bacon, diced

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 tablespoon flour

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 cups cooked white rice

  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook Rice:
    Prepare the rice according to package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.

  • Cook Bacon:
    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy (about 5–7 minutes). Remove bacon and set aside.

  • Sear Chicken:
    Add olive oil to the skillet. Sauté chicken pieces until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.

  • Sauté Vegetables:
    In the same skillet, add onions and garlic. Cook until softened, about 2–3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until browned and moisture evaporates, about 5 minutes.

  • Make Sauce:
    Sprinkle flour over vegetables, stirring to coat. Gradually add chicken broth while stirring, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in cream, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  • Simmer:
    Let sauce simmer for 5–7 minutes, until it thickens slightly.

  • Combine & Heat Through:
    Return cooked chicken and bacon to the skillet. Stir to coat in sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes until everything is hot and flavors are blended.

  • Serve:
    Spoon chicken stroganoff over rice and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or evaporated milk for the cream.

  • Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or white wine for deeper flavor.

  • Pairs well with steamed green beans or a fresh side salad.

Find it online: http://maicook.com/creamy-chicken-stroganoff-with-crispy-bacon-over-rice/