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Chicken Legs in Special Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Hungary, Chicken Legs in Special Sauce is a comforting dish that highlights the country's love for rich flavors and paprika. Traditionally served at family gatherings, this dish embodies the spirit of Hungarian hospitality. Today, variations can be found across Central Europe, showcasing local ingredients and personal touches.

HungarianHUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
6 chicken thighs
salt
pepper
olive oil
butter
1 onion
3 cloves of garlic
10 small tomatoes or 1 large tomato
2 tbsp of paprika
2 tbsp of wheat flour
1 cup of tomato puree
1 cup of water
1 cup of basmati rice
parsley
4 tbsp of sour cream

chicken legs

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Skinless thighs reduce fat while drumsticks are often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness, while maple syrup can be less expensive.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has health benefits, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

1

Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper

2

Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot

3

Brown chicken thighs on each side

4

Add chopped onion and brown for 5 minutes

5

Add minced garlic and brown for 3 minutes

6

Add 10 small tomatoes or 1 large tomato and cook until they wither

7

Stir in 2 tbsp of paprika and 2 tbsp of wheat flour

8

Pour in 1 cup of tomato puree and 1 cup of water

9

Season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook for 25 minutes

10

Cook 1 cup of basmati rice with salt for about 10 minutes, turning thighs halfway through

11

When the rice is ready, season it with olive oil

12

Stir in 4 tbsp of sour cream and cook for a few more minutes

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Also Known As

Special Sauce ChickenChicken Legs with Sauce

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