Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

Butter

Unsalted

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 clove

Garlic

minced

1.5 tsp

Paprika

Ground

1.25 cup

Cold Water

1 tsp

Chicken Bouillon Granules

Instant

0.5 tsp

Salt

3 unit

Chicken Breasts

boneless, skinless, split in half

3 tbsp

All-Purpose Flour

1 cup

Sour Cream

Dairy

1 cup

Egg Noodles

Cooked

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and paprika to the skillet.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook and stir until the onion is tender.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir in 1 cup of cold water, chicken bouillon granules, and salt.

Step 5
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the boiling mixture.

Step 7
~3 min

Cover the skillet and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink inside, turning the meat once or twice to ensure even cooking.

Step 8
~3 min

Transfer the cooked chicken breasts to a platter.

Step 9
~3 min

Cover the chicken with foil to keep warm and set aside.

Step 10
~3 min

In a separate bowl, whisk the flour with remaining 1/4 cup cold water until smooth. Whisk the flour mixture into the sauce. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve the paprika chicken over hot, cooked egg noodles.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for brightness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 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 over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed green beans
Buttered peas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hungary

Cultural Significance

A popular comfort food dish in Hungarian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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