How to Make Chicken Paprika - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken Paprika is a classic Hungarian dish that is bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make. This hearty and comforting meal is perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests. The rich, creamy paprika sauce is the star of the show, and pairs perfectly with tender, juicy chicken. Whether you're a fan of Hungarian cuisine or just looking to switch up your dinner routine, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 ½ cups sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Mix flour, 2 tablespoons paprika, salt, and pepper on a shallow plate. Dip chicken pieces in mixture to coat.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until browned completely, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken with a slotted spoon to a bowl, reserving oil and drippings in skillet.
  • Cook and stir onion and garlic in the reserved drippings until tender, about 5 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet. Pour chicken stock over the chicken mixture. Stir tomato paste into the chicken stock until integrated completely.
  • Bring the chicken stock to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the skillet, and cook at a simmer until the chicken is cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Whisk sour cream, 1 teaspoon paprika, and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into the chicken mixture and cook until hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    170 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 313mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 217mg