Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 lbs

Chicken

boneless skinless thighs

1 unit

Pam cooking spray

spray

1 unit

Onion

chopped

2 tbsp

Paprika

1 tsp

Salt

2 cup

Water

1.5 cup

Light sour cream

2.13 cup

Flour

1 cup

Water

1 unit

Egg

1 tsp

Salt

Step 1
~7 min

Spray a large saute pan with cooking spray and brown the chicken thighs in batches.

Step 2
~7 min

Add chopped onion, salt, and paprika to the pan and cook until the onion is softened.

Step 3
~7 min

Return the chicken to the pan and add 2 cups of water.

Step 4
~7 min

Cover the pan and cook for 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender.

Step 5
~7 min

Prepare the dumplings: Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Step 6
~7 min

Mix flour, water, egg, and salt in a bowl and stir until smooth.

Step 7
~7 min

Drop spoonfuls of dough into the boiling water. Dip spoon in boiling water to prevent sticking.

Step 8
~7 min

Cover the pot and cook the dumplings for 15 minutes.

Step 9
~7 min

Drain the dumplings and add them to the chicken mixture.

Step 10
~7 min

Stir in light sour cream and cook uncovered until the sauce thickens.

Step 11
~7 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of paprika to your desired level of spiciness.

For richer flavor, brown the chicken well before adding the other ingredients.

Serve with a side of egg noodles or rice for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The stew can be made a day in advance and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with egg noodles or rice.

Accompany with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Salad
Pickled Beets

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hungary

Cultural Significance

A national dish of Hungary, often served at celebrations and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Comfort Food Night
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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