Invigorating Paprika Chicken Recipe

Name: Invigorating Paprika Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 tablespoons chicken fat or vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons hot Hungarian paprika; 6 chicken drumsticks; 4 chicken breast halves, cut in half; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1 large ripe tomato, chopped, or 1 1/2 cups canned tomatoes, chopped; 1 cup chicken broth; 3/4 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Over medium heat in a Dutch oven or other heavy casserole, saute the onion in the hot chicken fat until it is lightly golden.
2
Add the paprika and chicken parts and brown six minutes on each side.
3
Add the salt, pepper, garlic, tomato and chicken broth; cover and simmer gently for one hour and 15 minutes.
4
Remove the pan from the heat.
5
Remove the chicken and place it in a warm serving dish.
6
Simmer the remaining sauce, uncovered, for 10 minutes over low heat.
7
Remove and cool to tepid.
8
Skim off the fat.
9
Stir in the sour cream.
10
Add the chicken parts and warm them gently over low heat.
11
Do not let the sauce boil or the sour cream will curdle.
12
Serve with egg noodles or with spaetzle.

768

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, finely chopped, 4 tablespoons chicken fat or vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons hot Hungarian paprika, 6 chicken drumsticks, and more.

Yes, Invigorating Paprika Chicken 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.

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Invigorating Paprika Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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