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Chicken Paprikash Recipe

Chicken Paprikash Recipe

5 from 17 reviews

A comforting and flavorful Hungarian dish, Chicken Paprikash features tender chicken in a rich paprika-infused sauce, finished with a dollop of sour cream for a creamy finish. This classic recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Hungarian sweet paprika
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

For the Sauce:

  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 3/4 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces with 1 1/2 tablespoons flour and 1 tablespoon sweet paprika.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  3. Make the Sauce: Melt remaining butter, add onions, cook until soft. Add garlic, then sprinkle in remaining flour and paprika. Slowly stir in chicken broth. Simmer until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Finish the Dish: Reduce heat, stir in sour cream. Add chicken back to skillet. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • You can serve Chicken Paprikash over egg noodles or with crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce.
  • Adjust the level of paprika to suit your spice preference.

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Keywords: Chicken Paprikash, Hungarian chicken recipe, comfort food, one-pot meal