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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
black pepper
olive oil
butter
1 onion
3 cloves of garlic
1 tomato
2 tablespoons of paprika
2 tablespoons of flour
200 ml (1 cup) tomato puree
1 glass of water or broth
1 cup rice
parsley
4-5 tablespoons of sour cream
1 potato
1 carrot
1 orange
1 tablespoon of mustard
1 tablespoon of honey

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 6 chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.

2

Heat olive oil and butter in a pan.

3

Fry chicken thighs for a few minutes on each side until golden brown.

4

Chop 1 onion and add to the pan, frying for a few minutes.

5

Add 3 cloves of minced garlic to the pan.

6

Chop 1 tomato and add it to the pan.

7

Stir in 2 tablespoons of paprika and 2 tablespoons of flour.

8

Pour in 200 ml (1 cup) of tomato puree and 1 glass of water or broth.

9

Season with salt and black pepper, then cover and cook for 25 minutes on low heat.

10

Prepare 1 cup of rice by covering it with water and adding salt.

11

Bring the rice to a boil, then cover and simmer for 10 minutes, turning halfway through.

12

Chop parsley and set aside for garnish.

13

Add 4-5 tablespoons of sour cream to the chicken and cook for a few more minutes.

14

Chop 1 potato and 1 carrot, then add to the pan with salt, pepper, and paprika.

15

Cover and cook at low fire for 5-7 minutes.

16

Add 1 tablespoon of mustard and 1 tablespoon of honey before the chicken is fully cooked.

17

Let the sauce reduce for a few more minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

panknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Special Sauce ChickenChicken Legs with Sauce

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