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Chicken Paprikash

Chicken Paprikash
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Chicken Paprikash is a classic Hungarian comfort dish featuring tender, bone-in chicken simmered in a creamy, paprika-spiced sauce. This recipe offers rich, authentic flavors with simple pantry ingredients, perfect for a cozy, satisfying meal that pairs wonderfully with noodles, rice, or potatoes.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil or lard

Sauce

  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper. Heat oil or lard in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Brown the chicken evenly on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Onions and Garlic: In the same pan, add the finely chopped onions and cook gently over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add Paprika and Flour: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the sweet Hungarian paprika and flour thoroughly to coat the onions, preventing the paprika from burning and beginning to thicken the sauce base.
  4. Simmer the Chicken: Return the pan to medium heat and slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to create a smooth sauce. Nestle the browned chicken pieces back into the pan. Cover and let simmer gently for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Finish with Sour Cream: Turn off the heat and allow the chicken to cool slightly. Stir in the sour cream gently to prevent curdling, creating a creamy, velvety sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

  • Use high-quality Hungarian sweet paprika for authentic flavor and vibrant color.
  • Do not rush browning the chicken to lock in moisture and add depth to the dish.
  • Simmer the chicken slowly to ensure tenderness and flavor melding.
  • Add sour cream off heat to prevent curdling.
  • Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to deepen flavors.

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Keywords: chicken paprikash, Hungarian chicken, paprika chicken, creamy chicken stew, comfort food

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