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Chicken Paprikash with Spaetzle

Cultural Context

Chicken Paprikash, a staple of Hungarian cuisine, showcases the country's love for paprika, a spice that adds warmth and depth. Traditionally enjoyed as a comforting family meal, it reflects the rural roots of Hungarian cooking, where simple ingredients are transformed into hearty dishes. Today, Chicken Paprikash is celebrated globally, often served with spaetzle or dumplings, and has inspired numerous variations, including vegetarian adaptations.

HungarianHUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 large onion
3 cloves garlic
1 cup bell peppers (variety of colors)
1/2 cup white wine
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon clear gel
1 cup sour cream
1 medium tomato
2 tablespoons butter
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon spicy paprika
1 teaspoon salt
to taste hot sauce
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup Italian parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons chives, chopped

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 is leaner and often less expensive than chicken breast.

1

Saute onion, garlic, and a variety of peppers in a pan.

2

Deglaze with white wine.

3

Add chicken stock and thicken with clear gel.

4

Mix in sour cream and a touch of tomato for acidity.

5

Add butter and bay leaves to the mixture.

6

Chop fresh peppers and add them to the sauce.

7

Add smoked paprika and spicy paprika to the sauce.

8

Season with salt and hot sauce to taste.

9

Simmer the sauce until thickened, then add heavy cream and sour cream last to avoid curdling.

10

Finish with chopped Italian parsley and chives.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraisingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spooncutting boardknifemeasuring spoonsserving dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Paprikás CsirkeHungarian Chicken Paprikash
Local Name: Paprikás Csirke

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