Chicken Paprikash: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for 6
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Egg noodles or rice (for serving)
Instructions
Making Chicken Paprikash can be as simple as following along with these clear steps:
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Brown the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs and sear them for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté the Onions: In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate Paprika: Add the sweet Hungarian paprika, stirring well to coat the onions.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Return the Chicken: Add the seared chicken back into the pan. Season with salt and pepper, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Simmer: Cover and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes on low heat.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix the sour cream and flour (if using) until smooth. Remove the chicken from the pan and stir the sour cream mixture into the sauce.
- Finish Cooking: Return the chicken to the pan, allowing it to warm through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
These steps are straightforward and make cooking Chicken Paprikash a joyful experience.