Description
Chicken Paprikash is a comforting, one-pot Hungarian dish that envelops tender chicken in a rich, creamy paprika sauce. The enticing aroma of sautéed onions and garlic fills your kitchen while the vibrant colors of the dish create a visual feast. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe balances smoky and sweet flavors, making it an unforgettable experience. Serve it over egg noodles or crusty bread to soak up every bit of that luscious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium sweet yellow onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter or oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Add smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Add chicken thighs and sear until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes per side).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover partially and cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until fully incorporated. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley alongside egg noodles or bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg