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Chicken Paprikash

Hearty Chicken Paprikash: A Cozy, Comforting Classic

Chicken Paprikash is a comforting dish that brings warmth and heritage to your family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs bone-in for richer flavor
  • 4 pieces Chicken drumsticks bone-in for richer flavor
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion chopped; can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; can be omitted
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Hungarian Paprika use more for extra depth
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional; can replace with more sweet paprika
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth homemade stock is recommended
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Flour cornstarch can be used for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Water

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs and drumsticks dry and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat and brown the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Brown the chicken drumsticks for about 2 minutes on each side, then remove and keep warm.
  4. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  5. Sprinkle in the sweet Hungarian paprika and smoked paprika, stir for about 1 minute.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth, return the browned chicken to the skillet, cover and let simmer on low for 10 minutes.
  7. Remove the lid and simmer for another 20 minutes to reduce the sauce and keep chicken tender.
  8. In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, flour, and water, then stir into the skillet to thicken the sauce.
  9. Return the chicken to the skillet, gently coat with sauce, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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