Saucy Chicken Strips
Juicy chicken strips coated in savory sauce with mushrooms, onions, and green peppers, perfect for a hearty family dinner or casual gathering with bold flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into 2 x 1/2-inch diagonal strips.
- Melt butter in a large skillet; add chicken and brown on all sides. Remove chicken from skillet, reserving drippings.
- Add onion, green pepper, and mushrooms; sauté until crisp-tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet.
- In a small bowl, combine soup mix, water, and Worcestershire sauce; mix well and pour over chicken.
- Cover and reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove chicken to a warm platter.
- Combine cornstarch and water; add to the sauce in the skillet.
- Bring to a boil and cook 1 minute or until thickened.
- Pour sauce over the chicken and serve.
Tips & Substitutions
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken strips in Worcestershire sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. You can substitute the green pepper with red or yellow peppers for a sweeter taste. If you're out of onion soup mix, use a combination of dried onion flakes, garlic powder, and beef bouillon. To save time, consider using pre-cut chicken strips.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the saucy chicken strips over a bed of rice or with mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce. Pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal. This dish pairs beautifully with American recipes like Chicken Pot Pie Family Style for a comforting dinner.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the chicken strips and sauce in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated through. Alternatively, you can microwave it in short intervals, stirring in between to ensure even heating.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Saucy Chicken Strips contains roughly 445 calories, with 22g protein, 54g carbohydrates, and 14g fat. It is an excellent source of protein (45% of the Daily Value) and vitamin D (41% of the Daily Value), and a good source of iron and potassium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 552mg per serving (24% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make this dish spicier?
To add some heat to the saucy chicken strips, consider incorporating crushed red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños into the sauce. You can also serve it with a spicy dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).