Brazilian recipe
Creamy and quick Chicken Stroganoff (Estrogonofe de frango cremoso)
A traditional Brazilian take on chicken stroganoff that is both practical and delicious. Whip up this classic comfort food in just a few minutes.
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Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, cubed
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 can (approx. 300g) heavy cream
Shoestring potatoes (batata palha) for serving
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 can (approx. 300g) heavy cream
Shoestring potatoes (batata palha) for serving
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets. For the shoestring potatoes (batata palha), check the snack or canned goods aisle. If you cannot find this specific potato topping, thin crispy potato sticks are an acceptable substitute.
Preparation method
- Season the cubed chicken with salt and black pepper to your liking.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, sauté the chicken over medium heat until it is well browned.
- Stir in the tomato paste, mustard, and ketchup, ensuring the chicken is thoroughly coated in the seasonings.
- Simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, folding it in gently until you achieve a silky, creamy sauce.
- Continue to cook over low heat for another 5 to 10 minutes; do not let the sauce come to a boil.
- Serve the hot chicken stroganoff immediately, accompanied by a generous portion of crispy shoestring potatoes.
Observations
Chicken stroganoff is a quintessential comfort dish in Brazilian home cooking, beloved for its straightforward method and bold, savory flavor profile. It is a frequent choice for quick, satisfying meals that cater to a wide range of tastes.
This specific version focuses on achieving a velvety, creamy consistency while elevating the chicken's flavor. Using accessible pantry staples, it is an efficient recipe that guarantees a delicious result without any unnecessary kitchen fuss.
This specific version focuses on achieving a velvety, creamy consistency while elevating the chicken's flavor. Using accessible pantry staples, it is an efficient recipe that guarantees a delicious result without any unnecessary kitchen fuss.
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