Chicken Stroganoff Brazilian Style with Creamy Tomato Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Brazilian-style chicken stroganoff featuring tender chicken strips simmered in a creamy tomato and mushroom sauce, served over white rice. This brazilian-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs cut into strips chicken breast, medium, chopped white onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb chicken breast cut into strips and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 medium chopped white onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 8 oz sliced button mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown.
  4. Step 4: Lower the heat to medium and add 1/4 cup ketchup and 1/2 cup heavy cream to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and mushrooms.
  5. Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired. Serve the stroganoff hot over 4 cups cooked white rice and garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped parsley.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chicken Stroganoff Brazilian Style with Creamy Tomato Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Chicken Stroganoff Brazilian Style with Creamy Tomato Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, chopped white onion from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Chicken Stroganoff Brazilian Style with Creamy Tomato Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Chicken Stroganoff Brazilian Style with Creamy Tomato Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Chicken Stroganoff Brazilian Style with Creamy Tomato Sauce?

Brazilian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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