Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Calories
423 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Brazilian
Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff Recipe
Description
This Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff begins with cubed, seasoned chicken breast cooked in butter until browned. Onions and garlic are sautéed until fragrant and soft, then tomato sauce and ketchup are added to build a tangy-sweet base. The dish simmers briefly before heavy cream is poured in, creating a smooth and creamy sauce. The brief simmering after adding cream thickens and blends flavors without curdling.
The result is a rich and creamy chicken dish with a slight tang from the tomato sauce and a buttery undertone from the sautéed onions and butter. The texture is smooth and hearty, with tender chicken pieces enveloped in a silky sauce.
This stroganoff is commonly served with Brazilian white rice and crispy potato sticks, garnished with fresh parsley. The dish offers a comforting, creamy component ideal for casual family meals or special dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 pounds chicken breast skinless, boneless, cut into cubes
- 1 onion about a heaping cup, medium-large, diced
- 1 tablespoon sofrito or 3 garlic cloves, minced, Brazilian style
- 1 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the cubed chicken pieces to a large dish, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Place a large heavy bottomed pan or dutch oven over medium to high heat. Add the butter, and let it melt.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook them until they start to brown.
- Add the onion, and cook until transparent, then add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add in the tomato sauce and the ketchup, let it come to a simmer and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cream and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, and serve!
Serving Suggestions:
- Brazilian white rice
- Potato sticks
- Fresh parsley, minced
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Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 423 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 423kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 188mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 223mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 646mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1051IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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