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Creamy Paprika Chicken

Cultural Context

Creamy Paprika Chicken, or 'Paprikás Csirke', hails from Hungary, where paprika is a beloved spice, integral to the national cuisine. This dish showcases the warmth and richness of Hungarian cooking, often served with dumplings or noodles. Its creamy sauce and vibrant flavors have made it popular beyond Hungary, with variations found in many homes worldwide.

HungarianHUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
800 grams Chicken Thigh/drumsticks
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chicken powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tbsp plus extra olive oil
1 tbsp plus extra butter
1 onion, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (200 grams) mushrooms button
1 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup all purpose cream
salt and pepper to taste
chopped parsley

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Chicken breast is leaner; bone-in chicken is often less expensive.

1

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add minced onion and garlic; sauté until softened.

3

Stir in paprika and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4

Add chicken thighs/drumsticks, browning on both sides.

5

Pour in chicken stock and scrape up brown bits from the pan.

6

Add mushrooms and bring to a simmer.

7

Reduce heat, cover, and cook until chicken is tender.

8

Stir in all purpose cream; simmer for an additional few minutes.

9

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

10

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

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