Follow these steps for perfect results
Chicken breasts, legs or thighs
Boneless, skinless
Butter
Melted
Onion
Chopped
Red bell pepper
Chopped
Mushrooms
Sliced
All-purpose flour
Hungarian paprika
Chicken broth
Salt
Black pepper
Sour cream
Egg noodles
Hot cooked
Brown chicken in melted butter in a large, deep pan over medium heat.
Remove chicken from the pan, leaving the drippings.
Drain the chicken on paper towels.
Add chopped red bell peppers, sliced fresh mushrooms, and chopped onions to the pan with the drippings.
Cook the vegetables over medium heat until they are just tender.
Add all-purpose flour and Hungarian paprika to the pan.
Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. The mixture will be thick and pasty.
Gradually add chicken broth to the pan, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
Stir in salt and black pepper.
Return the browned chicken to the pan, cover, and reduce the heat to low.
Simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender.
Stir in sour cream.
Cook, stirring constantly, just until the mixture is thoroughly heated. Do not boil.
Serve the chicken paprikash over hot cooked egg noodles, spaetzle, or gnocchi.
Enjoy!
Expert advice for the best results
Use good quality Hungarian paprika for the best flavor.
Do not boil the sour cream, as it may curdle.
Adjust the amount of paprika to your spice preference.
Serve with a dollop of extra sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance; flavors meld well.
Serve in a shallow bowl with a generous portion of noodles, garnished with fresh parsley and a dollop of sour cream.
Serve over egg noodles, spaetzle, or gnocchi.
Accompany with a side of cucumber salad or green beans.
The acidity of the Riesling cuts through the richness of the dish.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Paprikash is a national dish of Hungary, often associated with family gatherings and celebrations.
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