The Dish That Made Me Fall in Love With Paprika

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey offers a lower-fat option, while thighs are more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a budget-friendly alternative.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch thickens without gluten.

Brown chicken thighs seasoned with salt in a skillet.

Set browned chicken aside.

Add diced onion to the skillet and soften.

Add butter to help scrape up chicken bits.

Add diced bell pepper and cook for a few more minutes.

Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes and a bit of their oil.

Mix in a combination of smoked paprika and sweet paprika off the heat.

Return chicken to the skillet with skin facing up.

Pour chicken stock over the chicken, leaving skin exposed.

Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Blend the sauce with a stick blender until smooth and vibrant orange.

Stir in a dollop of sour cream and a touch of heavy cream.

Serve over pasta and garnish with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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