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Hungarian Chicken Paprikash

Hungarian Chicken Paprikash is a comforting and flavorful dish made with tender chicken simmered in a creamy paprika sauce. This classic recipe is perfect for family dinners and pairs beautifully with dumplings or egg noodles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Hungarian
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet or Dutch oven
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
  • Increase the heat slightly and add the chicken thighs to the skillet. Brown the chicken on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the sweet Hungarian paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper over the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring that the chicken is mostly submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • In a small bowl, mix the sour cream and flour until smooth. Gradually add some of the hot broth from the skillet to this mixture to temper it.
  • Slowly stir the tempered sour cream mixture back into the skillet, mixing well. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can use chicken with the skin on or bone-in pieces. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Serve the Chicken Paprikash with egg noodles, dumplings, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.