Best 8 Paps Chicken Paprikash Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of Hungarian cuisine with Paps Chicken Paprikash, a classic dish that tantalizes taste buds with its rich, creamy sauce and tender chicken. This traditional Hungarian stew, also known as Chicken Paprikash, is a delightful symphony of sweet paprika, tender chicken, and a velvety sauce made from onions, peppers, and tomatoes. Experience the warmth and comfort of Paps Chicken Paprikash, a dish that embodies the essence of Hungarian culinary heritage.

In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of Paps Chicken Paprikash recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. From the classic Paps Chicken Paprikash recipe that stays true to traditional methods to variations that introduce unique twists, these recipes offer a range of options for home cooks to create this beloved Hungarian dish.

Dive into the authentic flavors of Hungary with our traditional Paps Chicken Paprikash recipe, featuring step-by-step instructions and tips to ensure a flavorful and authentic experience. For those seeking a simplified version, our easy Paps Chicken Paprikash recipe provides a streamlined approach without compromising taste.

For a touch of culinary creativity, explore our unique variations of Paps Chicken Paprikash. Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Creamy Chicken Paprikash, where a rich and creamy sauce envelops tender chicken, creating a luscious and comforting dish. Alternatively, embark on a culinary journey to Mexico with our Mexican-Inspired Chicken Paprikash, where traditional Hungarian flavors blend harmoniously with Mexican spices, resulting in a tantalizing fusion dish.

Paprika, the vibrant spice that lends its name to this dish, plays a crucial role in shaping the distinctive flavor profile of Paps Chicken Paprikash. Discover the secrets of paprika and its various types to elevate your cooking and create an unforgettable Paps Chicken Paprikash experience.

Embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive Paps Chicken Paprikash guide. Whether you're a seasoned cook seeking to master a classic Hungarian dish or a novice home chef eager to explore new flavors, these recipes will guide you in creating a delectable Paps Chicken Paprikash that will impress your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Hungary.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH



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Easy Hungarian chicken paprikash recipe made with boneless chicken breasts simmered in a rich paprika sour cream gravy.

Provided by Kelly ~ the hungry bluebird

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (cut crosswise into ½-inch-wide strips)
Kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper
3 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp smoked paprika
1½ tbsp butter
½ cup onion, chopped ~ small dice
1 large plum tomato, seeded, chopped ~ small dice
1 cup chicken stock or broth, preferably homemade (~ if using canned, use low sodium)
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Place chicken in small bowl and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, salt and pepper. Toss to combine well.
  • Melt 1 tbsp butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. With slotted spoon, transfer chicken to plate and set aside.
  • Add remaining ½ tbsp butter to same skillet and sauté onion until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add remaining 2 teaspoons sweet paprika and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (can use 3 teaspoons sweet paprika, omitting smoked), stir for 10 seconds to combine.
  • Add chopped tomato and stir to soften a bit, about 1 minute.
  • Add chicken stock/broth and stir and bring to a boil. Cook at a steady simmer until slightly thickened and sauce thinly coats a spoon, about 6 minutes.
  • Return chicken and any accumulated juices to pan with sauce mixture, reduce heat to low. Add sour cream and whisk/stir to combine and heat through ~ do not boil. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper. Serve with buttered egg noodles or bread dumplings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Sodium 385 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH



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My grandmother made this hearty chicken dish whenever we visited her. It was the only thing I'd eat until I was ready to bust! It's wonderful.

Provided by ErinWebster

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 eggs, beaten
½ cup water
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
¼ cup butter
1 ½ pounds bone-in chicken pieces, with skin
1 medium onion, chopped
1 ½ cups water
1 tablespoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 1/2 cup of water. Gradually stir in 2 1/2 cups of flour to make a stiff batter. Using two spoons, scoop out some batter with one spoon and use the second to scrap off the spoonful of batter into the boiling water. Repeat until several dumplings are cooking. Cook dumplings for 10 minutes or until they float to the top; then lift from the water and drain in a colander or sieve. Rinse with warm water.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and add chicken; cook until lightly browned, turning once. Add onion to skillet and cook 5 to 8 minutes more. Pour in 1 1/2 cups of water, and season with paprika, salt, and pepper; cook 10 minutes more, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm.
  • Stir 2 tablespoons of flour into sour cream; then slowly stir into the onion mixture remaining in the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook until thickened.
  • To serve, add dumplings to the sour cream/onion mixture, then spoon onto dinner plates adding a piece of chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 960.6 calories, Carbohydrate 69.2 g, Cholesterol 323.1 mg, Fat 54 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 47.4 g, SaturatedFat 23.5 g, Sodium 1744.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

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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Some recipes for chicken paprikash include vegetables like bell peppers and celery, but not my Grandmother Alta's. Hers was a simple combination of chicken, onions, garlic, paprika and sour cream. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 broiler/fryer chickens (about 3-1/2 to 4 pounds each), cut into 8 pieces each
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil
2 medium onions, halved and sliced
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
2 cups hot chicken broth or water
1 cup sour cream
Optional: Minced fresh parsley and additional sweet Hungarian paprika
Hot cooked noodles or mashed potatoes, optional

Steps:

  • Season chicken with kosher salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat peanut oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain and keep warm., Reduce heat to medium-low. Add onions; cook, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan, until onions begin to soften, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in flour and paprika; reduce heat to low. Cook until paprika is fragrant, 3-5 minutes. Add broth; cook, stirring constantly, until smooth, 6-8 minutes. Return chicken to pan; simmer, covered, until a thermometer inserted into deepest part of thigh reads 170°, about 30 minutes. Transfer chicken to a serving platter., Skim fat. Stir in sour cream; heat just until warmed through, 3-5 minutes (do not allow to boil). If desired, sprinkle with parsley and additional paprika. Serve with hot cooked noodles or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 596mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

EASY CHICKEN PAPRIKASH



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When my husband studied Hungarian in the Army, I made him the chicken and onions dish known as paprikash. We serve ours over rice or buttered noodles. -Susan Wildman, Haslett, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups uncooked egg noodles
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 teaspoons paprika
1 cup sour cream
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add chicken, onions, salt and pepper; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink., Add tomatoes and paprika. Cook, covered, until tomatoes are tender, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in sour cream; heat through (do not allow to boil). Drain noodles; serve with chicken mixture. If desired, sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH



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This classic Hungarian dish will fill you up and keep you warm on a chilly fall night. A healthy dose of paprika gives this dish its deep brick-red color. If you enjoy spicy food, try replacing half of the sweet paprika with hot Hungarian paprika.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 chicken leg quarters, cut in half at joint (about 3 pounds total)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise
3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 pound wide egg noodles
1/2 cup sour cream or thick plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over high. Cook chicken, skin side down, until golden and crisp, 6 minutes. Flip chicken and cook until browned, 6 minutes more. Transfer to a plate.
  • Discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from pot and reduce heat to medium. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently and scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon, until beginning to soften, 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, 3 minutes. Add paprika and flour, season with salt and pepper, and stir constantly until paprika is fragrant and mixture begins to stick, 1 minute. Add broth and whisk until smooth. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil over high. Return chicken to pot in a single layer, skin side up, and reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through, 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain noodles and divide among four bowls. Top with chicken. Stir sour cream into sauce, then ladle over chicken and noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 g, Fat 28 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 54 g

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH



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Spices lose their flavor over time but few as quickly as paprika, which starts out tasting of pepper and sunshine but deteriorates in but a few months to sawdust and bitterness. For this recipe, get some new at the market: sweet or hot Hungarian paprika is best, but the generic article isn't terrible and the smoky Spanish varieties known as pimentón de La Vera would not be out of place either, lending a deep, woodsy aroma reminiscent of cooking over an open fire. It's a dish that pairs beautifully with butter-slicked egg noodles.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Time 1h

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 to 4 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks, or whole chicken legs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon neutral oil, like canola
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large yellow or Spanish onion, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3 tablespoons Hungarian paprika, sweet or hot, or a combination
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes or 1 large ripe tomato, chopped
1 cup chicken broth, homemade or, if not, low-sodium
1 pound egg noodles
3/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400. Season the chicken aggressively with salt and pepper. Heat the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large, heavy, oven-safe sauté pan or Dutch oven set over high flame, until the butter is foaming. Sear the chicken in batches, skin-side down, until it is golden and crisp, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Then turn the chicken over, and repeat on the other side, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate to rest.
  • Pour off all but a tablespoon or 2 of the accumulated fat in the pot. Return the pot to the stove, over medium heat, and add the onion. Cook, stirring frequently with a spoon to scrape off any browned bits of chicken skin, until the onion has softened and gone translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Add the garlic, and stir again, cooking it until it has softened, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Add the paprika and the flour, and stir well to combine, then cook until the mixture is fragrant and the taste of the flour has been cooked out, approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and broth, whisk until smooth and then nestle the chicken back in the pan, skin-side up. Slide the pan or pot into the oven, and cook until the chicken has cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, set a large pot of heavily salted water to boil over high heat. Cook noodles in the water until they are almost completely tender, approximately 7 to 8 minutes. Drain the noodles, and toss them in a bowl with the remaining butter, then toss again to coat.
  • Place the chicken on top of the noodles, then add the sour cream to the sauce, stir to combine and ladle it over the whole.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1067, UnsaturatedFat 36 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 62 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 58 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 1139 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 1 gram

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH (POPPERKOSH)



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This is an old family recipe that was given to my great grandmother by a hungarian friend. It has been modified a lot through the years from the original version but from what I can tell they were all good changes. The most noticable differences from other paprikash recipes I've seen is the tomato juice and pimentos. This in one of my 13 year old daughters all time favorite dishes. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Doeafemaledear

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

flour, and
cooking oil, as needed
6 -8 pieces bone in chicken (sliced pork loin can be substituted)
0.5 (46 ounce) can tomato juice
1 (8 ounce) can mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/4-1/2 cup pimiento
2 tablespoons paprika, if desired (or more) (optional)
salt and pepper, and
parsley, to taste
1 pint sour cream

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper then dredge chicken pieces in flour. Cook chicken in Dutch oven until lightly browned . Remove chicken to platter and add onions and celery to pan and cook until soft adding mushrooms for last few minutes. Return chicken to the pot and add remaining ingredients except sour cream. Cover and simmer on med. to med. Low heat stirring occasionally for about 45 minutes and chicken is cooked through. Add sour cream and continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes on low heat.
  • *If sauce is too thin thicken with flour after adding sour cream and regaining temperature.
  • Serve over cooked egg noodles or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.4, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 114.9, Sodium 442.1, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 8.6, Protein 22.6

Tips:

  • Use a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven to make the paprikash. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Brown the chicken in batches. This will help to create a nice, golden-brown crust on the chicken and prevent it from overcrowding the pot.
  • Use a good-quality paprika. The paprika is the star of this dish, so it's important to use a good one. Look for a paprika that is deep red in color and has a slightly smoky flavor.
  • Add the sour cream at the end of the cooking process. This will help to prevent the sour cream from curdling.
  • Serve the paprikash with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Paprikash is a classic Hungarian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flavorful paprika is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and hearty meal, give paprikash a try!

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