Hungarian Chicken Paprikash
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A comforting Hungarian classic, Chicken Paprikash features tender chicken simmered in a rich paprika sauce and finished with creamy sour cream. Perfect for a hearty family meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine Hungarian
Servings 4 people
Calories 320 kcal
- 2 lbs chicken thighs and drumsticks skin-on, bone-in for maximum flavor
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter for browning the chicken
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika the star of the dish
- 2 cups chicken broth to create the sauce base
- 1 cup sour cream for the creamy texture
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour to thicken the sauce
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tbsp black pepper freshly ground
- Optional Fresh parsley for garnish
Brown the Chicken
Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chicken pieces and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Onions and Garlic
In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add Paprika and Bell Pepper
Simmer the Chicken
Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the sauce.
Cover and simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Prepare the Sour Cream Mixture
Thicken the Sauce
Remove the skillet from heat. Slowly stir in the sour cream mixture, ensuring it blends smoothly with the sauce.
Return to low heat and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
Serve and Garnish
Serve the Hungarian Chicken Paprikash over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Paprika: Use high-quality Hungarian paprika for an authentic flavor.
- Make-Ahead: The dish tastes even better the next day, as the flavors deepen.
- Variations: You can use boneless chicken breasts or drumsticks as substitutes for chicken thighs.
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