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Clara Whitley

Hungarian Chicken Paprikash

A comforting and rich dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy paprika sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on preferred) Can substitute with bone-in breasts or boneless chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large onions, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons sweet paprika (Hungarian if possible) Key ingredient for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream (can substitute with Greek yogurt) Can be replaced with dairy-free yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons flour (optional, for thickening) Use if desired for thicker sauce.
  • to taste fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Warm the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent and soft for about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Sprinkle in the sweet paprika, salt, and pepper, and let them cook for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the chicken thighs to the pot, skin-side down, and brown both sides for approximately 5 minutes per side.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any caramelized bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Whisk together sour cream and flour (if using) in a bowl, then stir it into the pot and let it cook for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over egg noodles or traditional nokedli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 680mgSugar: 4g

Notes

This recipe can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months. For a spicy version, consider adding cayenne pepper or hot sauce. For a vegetarian alternative, substitute chicken with mushrooms and zucchini, and adjust the recipe accordingly.

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