Best 4 Chicken Paprikash With Spaetzle Recipes

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**Chicken Paprikash with Spaetzle: A Culinary Journey into Hungarian Delights**

Embark on a culinary adventure with Chicken Paprikash and Spaetzle, a classic Hungarian dish that captivates taste buds with its vibrant flavors and comforting textures. This delectable dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich and aromatic paprika sauce, accompanied by pillowy-soft spaetzle dumplings. Discover the secrets of this traditional Hungarian recipe, with two variations to suit your preferences: a classic version and a simplified one using store-bought spaetzle. Both recipes promise an explosion of flavors and a satisfying meal that will transport you to the heart of Hungary.

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CHICKEN PAPRIKASH WITH SPAETZLE



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When my folks originated from Austria in the early 1900s, they brought many of the recipes they enjoyed in the old country. This wonderful dish is one of them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 jar (16 ounces) whole onions, drained
4 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons paprika, divided
1 broiler/fryer chicken (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), cut up
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons capers with juice
SPAETZLE:
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup whole milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet, saute whole onions in butter until lightly browned. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute chopped onions until tender. Set aside. , In a large plastic resealable bag, combine flour and 1-1/2 teaspoons paprika; add chicken, a few pieces at a time and shake to coat. , Place chicken in skillet; brown on all sides. Add the salt, parsley, broth and remaining paprika. Cover and cook over low heat until juices run clear, about 45 minutes. , For spaetzle, in a large bowl, stir the flour, eggs, milk, salt and baking powder until smooth (dough will be sticky). In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Pour dough into a colander or spaetzle maker coated with cooking spray; place over boiling water. , With a wooden spoon, press dough until small pieces drop into boiling water. Cook for 2 minutes or until dumplings are tender and float. Remove with a slotted spoon; toss with butter. , Remove chicken from skillet; set aside. In the same skillet, stir in the sour cream, capers and juice and onions. Return chicken to the skillet and gently heat through. Place spaetzle on a platter and top with chicken. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 987mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH WITH SPAETZLE



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Make and share this Chicken Paprikash With Spaetzle recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mark Kovach

Categories     Stew

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 -3 lb chicken parts
1 medium onion, diced
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons butter (your choice) or 2 tablespoons margarine (your choice)
1 tablespoon oil
4 -6 cups water
chicken bouillon cube (not necessary with large amt of chicken) (optional)
1 (8 -16 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 -6 eggs
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • OK let's be Hungarian.
  • Firstly we don't call the dumplings "spaetzle" but I can't spell the word that Grandma always used so I've borrowed the German term. (I've since learned how to spell Nokedli.).
  • Start by heating the oil in a large pot and browning your chicken parts.
  • Remove the chicken and add the butter or margarine to the pot.
  • Sauté the onion in the melted butter until transparent.
  • Add paprika, chicken, and water, bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for 45 minutes. (NOTE: I've learned over the years that using a 32 oz box of broth adds a lot of flavor to the dish.).
  • Chicken should be very tender and about to fall off bones.
  • Remove chicken to bowl.
  • Add enough fresh water to pot to bring back to original level.
  • Check flavor of broth.
  • If flavor is weak add enough bullion to produce a well flavored broth. (SKIP this step if you used broth.).
  • Bring broth to boil.
  • Combine flour, salt, and pepper with eggs (the more eggs the richer the batter but two is OK) to form a thick batter.
  • Now comes the tricky (and boring) part.
  • Drop batter in boiling broth in 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon amounts until all batter is in pot and cooked.
  • Spaetzle is cooked when it floats on surface.
  • You may need to remove some to get it all in the pot.
  • With all spaetzle cooked and in pot you now add your sour cream to broth. The amount is individual according to how creamy you wish the sauce to become (and how much water you started with).
  • At this point I usually add about three tablespoons of flour mixed with one cup of water to thicken the broth. Sorry I omitted this step in the original submission.
  • The sauce and spaetzle is the best part of this dish so be sure to make enough! They will be coming back for seconds on that part of the dish.
  • One of the most surprising things about this dish is it actually tastes better the second day. Sooo if you are making it for a special dinner prepare it the day before and simply reheat it one half hour before serving.

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH SOUP WITH SPAETZLE



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I cannot say enough about how heavenly this tastes! My grandmother gave me this recipe that she had taken from her local paper and made some adjustments to. I always use salted butter and leave out the additional salt. If you prefer a more spicy soup, you can substitute some of the regular paprika with hot paprika, just don't go overboard or the heat can become overwhelming. Perfect for a cooler day, this recipe is a great alternative to the standard chicken soup.

Provided by pheebess

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup butter
1 large onion, diced small
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4-1/3 cup paprika
2/3 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon thyme
7 cups chicken stock
1 cup chicken, cooked and diced (can use more)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup sour cream
1 (10 ounce) package spaetzle noodles, cooked according to package instructions (or use the following recipe for homemade spaetzle)
4 eggs
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon parsley, minced
1 cup flour, enough to make a very thick batter
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a 3 quart pot, melt the butter; add onion and garlic and cook on low heat until onions are soft and translucent.
  • Add the paprika, thyme, and flour and stir until the onions are coated, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Whisk in the stock and cook until soup thickens. Simmer on low for 30 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and spaetzle (recipe below) and salt and pepper.
  • Use a ladle to set aside a small amount of soup. Mix the sour cream with the small amount of reserved soup, and then add the whole mixture into the large pot of soup. This allows the temperature of the sour cream to adjust gradually. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • For the homemade spaetzle, if you are using: While the soup is cooking, put a large pot or pan of water on to boil.
  • Combine spaetzle ingredients until they are smooth.
  • Run the thick batter through a spaetzle maker or a colander. Drop into the boiling water, and remove the noodles when they float.
  • Add directly to the hot soup.

EASIEST AND TASTIEST CHICKEN PAPRIKASH WITH SPAETZLE



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This recipe originally came on a box of spaetzle, I believe. I've been making it for a long time -- it's so easy.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Poultry

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 1/2 ounce) package spaetzle dumplings
1 onion, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons shortening
2 -3 lbs chicken, disjointed (or use favorite parts)
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon flour
1/2 pint sour cream (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Prepare spaetzle as directed on package. I cook mine a few minutes longer as I do not like al dente.
  • Drain and reserve.
  • Brown onion in shortening.
  • Add seasonings and chicken and brown ten minutes.
  • Add water.
  • Cover and simmer slowly until tender.
  • Remove chicken and keep warm.
  • Add sour cream to sauce and mix well. Add prepared dumplings.
  • Arrange chicken pieces on top. Heat for 5 minutes.
  • For more gravy: add 1/2 pint of sweet cream to the sour cream.
  • Note: For beef or veal paprikash, substitute 3 to 4 pounds boneless diced meat in place of chicken in recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.6, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 128.8, Sodium 1291.4, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 27.9

Tips:

  • Use a good quality paprika: This is the key ingredient in this dish, so make sure to use a paprika that is flavorful and has a deep red color.
  • Brown the chicken well: This will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked through, but not dry. Overcooked chicken will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a good quality sour cream: Sour cream adds a richness and creaminess to the dish. Make sure to use a sour cream that is fresh and has a good flavor.
  • Serve with spaetzle or egg noodles: Spaetzle or egg noodles are the traditional accompaniments to chicken paprikash. They help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken paprikash is a classic Hungarian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful paprika sauce, and creamy sour cream is simply irresistible. Serve it with spaetzle or egg noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.

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