Description
Chicken Paprikash is a heartwarming Hungarian dish that brings comfort to any table. This recipe showcases tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious sauce made from sweet paprika, onions, and creamy sour cream. The delightful combination of rich flavors and textures makes it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Serve it over egg noodles or rice to soak up every bit of that delicious sauce, and enjoy this classic comfort food that promises to be a new favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp sweet paprika
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high, season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, and brown each side until golden (about 5 minutes per side).
- Sprinkle sweet paprika over the chicken, mix well, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in sour cream once simmering until smooth. Lower heat; let simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot over egg noodles or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg