Chicken with sour cream and mushrooms
4 servings
30 minutes
Chicken with sour cream and mushrooms is a tender, aromatic dish of Russian cuisine, loved for its simplicity and rich flavor. The combination of juicy chicken breast, mushrooms, and sour cream creates a creamy texture with a slight tanginess. Historically, such recipes originated in Russian villages where sour cream was widely used to soften and enrich the flavor of meat. The dish is perfect for a home lunch or dinner, harmoniously complemented by a side of potatoes or buckwheat. It warms and provides comfort, especially on cold days. The mushrooms add forest notes to the taste while the onion adds spiciness. Its ease of preparation makes it popular among busy homemakers, and its versatility allows for experimentation by adding different spices and herbs. A simple yet elegant recipe that combines tradition and comfort.
1
Soak the mushrooms in cold water for 8 hours. Then drain the water, squeeze the mushrooms, and chop them finely. Chop the onion and sauté in vegetable oil until translucent. Add the mushrooms to the pan with the onion and fry until the mushrooms are cooked.
- Mushrooms: 100 g
- Onion: 1 piece
2
Cut the chicken breast into strips. Heat vegetable oil in a thick-bottomed pan, add the meat, and lightly fry while stirring frequently.
- Chicken breast: 1 piece
3
Add mushrooms to the meat, season with salt and pepper.
- Mushrooms: 100 g
- Sour cream: 250 g
- Chicken breast: 1 piece
4
Pour in the sour cream, mix. Simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes.
- Sour cream: 250 g