Description
Indulge in the warmth of Creamy Slow-Cooked Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach, Bacon, Mushrooms & Carrots—an exquisite dish that marries tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce. This delightful recipe features savory bacon and fresh vegetables, simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this stroganoff is sure to impress. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort food that will satisfy everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- Seasonings: Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add sliced carrots and mushrooms; cook until tender.
- In a slow cooker, combine cooked bacon, sautéed vegetables, chicken pieces, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in fresh spinach and mix in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) for creaminess.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg