Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

canola oil

1 pound

boneless skinless chicken breast

filleted and cut into 1-inch strips

1 cup

onion

chopped

1 cup

red bell pepper

thinly sliced

2 cloves

garlic

minced

0.25 cup

heavy cream

1 tbsp

paprika

1 tbsp

tomato paste

1 tsp

caraway seeds

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

black pepper

0.13 tsp

cayenne pepper

14.5 unit

diced tomatoes

undrained

1 unit

egg noodles

for serving

Step 1
~2 min

Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add chicken to the skillet.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook chicken for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove from pan and keep warm.

Step 4
~2 min

Add chopped onion, thinly sliced red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Sauté vegetables for 4 minutes, or until tender.

Step 6
~2 min

Return the browned chicken to the pan with the vegetables.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir in heavy cream, paprika, tomato paste, caraway seeds, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 8
~2 min

Add the undrained diced tomatoes.

Step 9
~2 min

Cover the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Cook until chicken is fully cooked and sauce has slightly thickened.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve hot with egg noodles.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired spice level.

For a richer sauce, use bone-in chicken thighs.

Garnish with fresh parsley or dill before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with egg noodles or rice.

Serve with a side of steamed green beans or asparagus.

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 classic Hungarian dish, often served for special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family dinner
comfort food night

Popularity Score

75/100

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