Chicken Paprikash - Like Mom Used to Make Recipe

Name: Chicken Paprikash - Like Mom Used to Make
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 frying chicken (cut up, or 3 lbs. chicken breasts (split); ¼ cup butter; 8 ounces medium noodles (we use whole grain egg noodles, or spaetzle works great too); boiling salted water; ½ cup chopped onion (we use red); ¼ cup flour; 2 tablespoons paprika; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 (13 ounce) can chicken broth; 2 cups sour cream, dairy; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

1 frying chicken (cut up, or 3 lbs. chicken breasts (split)
¼ cup butter
8 ounces medium noodles (we use whole grain egg noodles, or spaetzle works great too)
boiling salted water
½ cup chopped onion (we use red)
¼ cup flour
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 (13 ounce) can chicken broth
2 cups sour cream, dairy
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1
Wash and dry chicken pieces; if desired, breast sections may be boned.
2
Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet, add the chicken pieces and saute until they are lightly browned.
3
Cook the medium noodles in boiling salted water, according to package directions, until tender.
4
Drain well and return to saucepan.
5
Remove browned chicken to a plate and add the chopped onions to the skillet.
6
Saute over low heat until onion is soft.
7
Stir in the flour, paprika, and salt and gradually blend in the chicken broth, stirring to keep smooth.
8
Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens.
9
Blend in the sour cream and Worcestershire sauce.
10
Combine half this sauce with the cooked noodles and transfer to a shallow casserole (3 qt.).
11
Top with browned chicken pieces, and spoon remaining sauce over the chicken.
12
Bake in a moderately slow oven (325) for one hour or until the chicken is tender.

690

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 frying chicken (cut up, or 3 lbs. chicken breasts (split), ¼ cup butter, 8 ounces medium noodles (we use whole grain egg noodles, or spaetzle works great too), boiling salted water, and more.

Yes, Chicken Paprikash - Like Mom Used to Make falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Paprikash - Like Mom Used to Make

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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