Description
A comforting and flavorful Hungarian dish, Chicken Paprikash features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with paprika, onions, and sour cream. Served over buttered noodles or rice, this dish is a true classic that will satisfy your cravings for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For Serving:
- Buttered noodles or cooked rice
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and half of the paprika.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the chicken on both sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Saute the Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté the onions until translucent. Add garlic and remaining paprika, stirring until fragrant.
- Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix sour cream and flour until smooth. Slowly stir into the skillet to thicken the sauce.
- Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley, and serve the Chicken Paprikash over buttered noodles or rice.
Notes
- This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.
- Adjust the amount of paprika to suit your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
