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Chicken Paprikash

Cultural Context

Chicken Paprikash is a beloved dish in Hungary, showcasing the country's rich culinary tradition centered around paprika, a spice introduced by the Ottomans. This dish is often served at family gatherings and celebrations, highlighting its role in Hungarian hospitality. Today, variations exist globally, with many adapting the recipe to local tastes, but the essence of paprika and creamy sauce remains a cherished hallmark.

HungarianHUmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 large onion
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 bell pepper
2 medium tomatoes
1.5 lbs chicken thighs
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons flour
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon cornflour
1 cup sour cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey offers a leaner option, while thighs are more affordable.

1

Heat a small amount of oil in a pan.

2

Add a large amount of chopped onions and cook until translucent.

3

Season onions with sea salt to help them break down faster.

4

Chop green pepper and tomato into slivers.

5

Once onions are translucent, remove the pan from heat and stir in sweet paprika.

6

Return pan to heat and add chicken thighs, seasoning with black pepper and sea salt.

7

Add chopped green pepper and tomato to the pan.

8

Pour in about 500 milliliters (2 cups) of water, covering the chicken partially.

9

Cover the pan and cook for 1.5 hours until chicken is tender.

10

Prepare dumplings by mixing flour with salt and pepper in a bowl.

11

Add 2 large free-range eggs to the flour and mix.

12

Incorporate about 100 milliliters of water gradually until dough clumps together.

13

Spoon rough bite-sized dumplings into the pot with the chicken and cook for 2-4 minutes until they float to the surface.

14

Remove chicken from the pot to thicken the sauce with a mixture of cornflour and water.

15

Stir in sour cream to the sauce and cook for 5 minutes until thickened.

16

Return chicken to the pot and mix with dumplings and sauce before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Paprikás Csirke
Local Name: Paprikás Csirke

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