Best 6 Invigorating Paprika Chicken Recipes

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**Invigorating Paprika Chicken: A Symphony of Flavors**

Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing paprika chicken recipes, where succulent chicken is transformed into a symphony of flavors. Discover the classic Hungarian Paprika Chicken, a delightful blend of sweet paprika, garlic, and onion, capturing the essence of traditional Eastern European cuisine. Indulge in the aromatic Peri Peri Chicken, bursting with vibrant African flavors, featuring a fiery blend of chili peppers and zesty spices. Experience the smoky charm of Spanish Chicken with Paprika, where paprika and smoked paprika create a rich and complex flavor profile that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Madrid. Get ready to tantalize your palate with our collection of paprika chicken recipes, offering a global exploration of this versatile spice.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PAPRIKA BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Paprika Baked Chicken Thighs are Easy, Succulent, Skinless, Bone-in Chicken Thighs that are oven baked with a special blend of spices infused with Smoked Paprika and cayenne pepper. This special Paprika Spice Blend is great on any grilled meats, including chicken breasts, beef and kabobs.

Provided by Marina | Let the Baking Begin

Categories     dinner     Main Entree

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless (8 thighs = ~1 lb 3 oz))
2 Tbsp Paprika Spice Blend for Chicken ((recipe listed below))
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 Tbsp mayonnaise or oil (virgin olive oil or vegetable oil)
2 Tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
4 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
3 Tbsp Garlic Powder
1 Tbsp Onion Powder
3 Tbsp Ground Black Pepper
1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
3 Tbsp Brown Sugar

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients for the Meat Spice Blend in a small container and shake until well combined. You will use ONLY 2 Tbsp of this blend in the recipe (Note 1). Save the rest for another time.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F with the baking rack in the middle.
  • Remove the skin and trim off any fat off the chicken thighs.
  • Add the 8 chicken thighs (~ 1 lb 3 oz) to a ziplock or a large bowl, together with 2 tbsp of oil or mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp of the Paprika Meat Spice Blend and 1/2 tsp of salt. Mix well, massaging the spices well into the chicken.
  • Add the chicken to a 9"x9" baking pan and bake, uncovered, in preheated to 450°F degrees for 45 to 55 minutes or until the chicken thighs are easily pierced with a fork or knife and juices run clear when pierced. If you have an instant read thermometer, insert it into the thickest part of the meat and it shold register 165F.Garnish with sprinkled parsley if disired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 196 mg, Sodium 532 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AUTHENTIC CHICKEN PAPRIKASH (PAPRIKáS CSIRKE)



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One of the most famous and beloved of all Hungarian dishes, this authentic Chicken Paprikash features chicken in an unforgettably rich, flavorful and creamy paprika-infused sauce! It's pure heaven!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons pork lard (, or butter (lard is traditionally used and we strongly recommend it for the best flavor))
3 pounds chicken pieces, bone-in and skin-on
2 medium yellow onions, very finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 Roma tomatoes, seeds removed and very finely diced
1 Hungarian bell pepper, diced ((optional) )
3-4 tablespoons quality, genuine imported sweet Hungarian paprika
2 cups Aneto 100% All-Natural Chicken Broth ((our most favorite chicken broth))
or Aneto low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup full fat sour cream (, room temperature (important to avoid lumps; be sure also to use full fat))
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Heat the lard in a heavy pot and brown the chicken on all sides. Transfer the chicken to a plate. In the same oil, add the onions and fry until golden brown. Add the garlic and tomatoes (and pepper if using) and fry another 2-3 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the paprika, salt and pepper (paprika becomes bitter if scorched).
  • Return the chicken to the pot and place it back over the heat. Pour in the chicken broth. The chicken should be mostly covered. Bring it to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 40 minutes. Remove the chicken and transfer to a plate.
  • In a small bowl, stir the flour into the sour cream/cream mixture to form a smooth paste. Stir the cream mixture into the sauce, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring it to a simmer for a couple of minutes until the sauce is thickened. Add salt and pepper to taste. Return the chicken to the sauce and simmer to heat through.
  • Serve the chicken paprikash with Hungarian nokedli, which is like German Spaetzle only they're very short and stubby. You can make nokedli with a spätzle scraper and using this recipe for the dough.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 148 mg, Sodium 744 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large onions, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Pinch of sugar
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Crusty bread, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a large saucepan. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, paprika and cayenne and cook, stirring, until dark red in color, 2 minutes. Add the flour and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in the broth and sugar and cook until the sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken to the sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook over medium-low heat until the chicken is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and vinegar. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve with crusty bread if desired!

CHICKEN PAPRIKA



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My whole family, full of picky eaters, loves this dish, and it's great for freezing and reheating on a cold day or for an easy dinner on cold nights. This dish comes out as more like a stew than a meat with a sauce. Serve over egg noodles or hot cooked rice. Goes great with fresh, crusty pumpernickel bread for hearty winter meal. Easy to make and can be kept on low heat on the stove for lengthy parties.

Provided by Khall88

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 169.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 313.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

PAPRIKA CHICKEN



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Chicken and paprika are considered an especially winning combination all over the world. This basic Paprika Chicken recipe is so easy, yet so good. Enjoy! Add chili powder or dried chives to the seasoning if desired.

Provided by Sue Primeau

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch garlic powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place chicken breasts side by side in baking dish. Sprinkle to taste with ground black pepper, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, and paprika. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear. Check often and add a little water if the chicken starts to stick to the dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 77.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PAPRIKA CHICKEN



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A chicken supper full of flavour and ready in under an hour? No problems

Provided by Merrilees Parker

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tbsp light olive oil
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs , each cut into four pieces
1 onion , finely sliced
2 garlic cloves , crushed
500g floury potatoes , peeled and cubed
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp sundried tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
100ml medium-dry Amontillado sherry
300ml tub fresh chicken stock
4 tbsp soured cream , to serve
handful flat-leaf parsley , chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a sauté or deep frying pan over a medium heat. Season the chicken and add to the pan. Fry for about 4 mins until browned all over. Lift out of the pan and set aside. Heat the remaining oil in the pan and fry the onion for about 3 mins, until it is just softened, then add the garlic and cook for a further min.
  • Add the potatoes, mustard and sundried tomato paste to the pan, and cook for 1 min. Stir in the paprika, vinegar, sherry and stock. Bring to the boil and allow the liquid to reduce for 2 mins.
  • Return the chicken to the pan, cover and simmer for 10 mins. Stir well and simmer with the lid off for another 8 mins, or until the sauce is thickened and the potatoes and chicken cooked through. Can be frozen at this point for up to 1 month. Check the seasoning and serve in bowls with a dollop of soured cream and a sprinkling of parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 42 grams protein, Sodium 1.03 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To achieve crispy chicken, ensure the chicken is patted dry before cooking, promoting even browning. If preferred, use a paper towel to remove excess moisture effectively.
  • Enhance the flavor profile by utilizing a combination of paprika, garlic, onion, and cayenne pepper, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes.
  • For a delightful smoky flavor, consider grilling the chicken instead of pan-frying. This technique imparts a unique aroma and a slightly charred exterior.
  • Experiment with various cooking methods, such as roasting or air-frying, to achieve different textures and flavors. Each method offers its own distinctive characteristics.
  • Elevate the dish by incorporating a flavorful sauce or marinade. Consider options like a creamy mushroom sauce, a tangy tomato-based sauce, or a zesty lemon-herb marinade to complement the chicken's savory taste.
  • Garnish the paprika chicken with fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or chives for an appealing visual presentation and an extra burst of flavor.

Conclusion:

In summary, paprika chicken is a versatile and delectable dish that can be prepared using diverse cooking methods. By following these tips, you can create a flavorful and memorable meal that tantalizes taste buds and satisfies cravings. With its vibrant colors, aromatic spices, and tender texture, paprika chicken is sure to become a favorite among family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove or grill, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to delight the senses and leave a lasting impression. Bon appétit!

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