Description
Dive into the rich flavors of Chicken Paprikash, a classic Hungarian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy, paprika-infused sauce. This comforting stew is perfect for cozy nights at home or impressing guests during family gatherings. With its vibrant color and mouthwatering aroma, Chicken Paprikash will warm your soul and fill your kitchen with delightful scents.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Hungarian paprika
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 oz egg noodles or dumplings (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and Hungarian paprika, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add chicken thighs; brown on both sides for about 5 minutes each.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 30 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in sour cream until smooth, then season with salt and pepper.
- Serve over cooked egg noodles or dumplings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider using skin-on chicken thighs. Experiment with adding mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.