HUNGARIAN CHICKEN PAPRIKASH
This Hungarian chicken paprikash is comfort food at its finest. It's a labor of love to prepare, but it is so worth every minute. The chicken falls off the bone. It's creamy and the dumplings absorb the simple and delicious flavors. A delicious dinner on a cold evening.
Provided by Deb Crane
Categories Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. If you have a pressure cooker, use it. If you dont, a regular big old pot will work just as well.
- 2. Place the oil and chopped onion in a big pot. Cook over medium/high heat until translucent. (You don't want them brown, just tender.) Take off heat. Add the paprika. Mix it well.
- 3. Put chicken parts in the pot and brown slightly with the onion/paprika mixture. (Do it in batches if you have to and add additional oil in small amounts if needed.) NOTE: I buy a whole chicken and cut it up myself. Make sure the chicken pieces you use are whole with the skin intact. It adds to the flavor.
- 4. Add water to almost cover chicken. Bring to a boil, and add chicken bullion cubes (a good rule is don't cube for every one cup of water... just eyeball it). Also, add the Lawry's seasoning salt (if available). Not necessary, but to me, is the secret ingredient. Grandma didn't tell us about that until we saw her add it one day! ;) Cover and simmer for 25 minutes with a regular pot, or about 15-20 minutes with a pressure cooker.
- 5. While the chicken is simmering, mix the sour cream, water, and flour together with a hand mixer or a Kitchen-Aid mixer. Whip it very smooth and set aside.
- 6. When the chicken is done, remove the chicken pieces to a colander to cool. Slowly add the sour cream mixture, a little bit at a time to the broth, stirring constantly to incorporate into the broth. OPTIONAL: You can de-bone the chicken or leave the pieces intact. I spoil everyone by skinning and de-boning it and adding it back to the sauce. Grandma always served the chicken pieces separate on a dish and whole. It is up to you how you like it. I always just went for the sauce over dumplings when I was a kid! ;)
- 7. FOR THE DUMPLINGS: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. In a mixer combine eggs, water, and flour and salt. Mix together to form a soupy dough. When water is boiling, scrape the dough into the water a spoonful at a time. This is easier if you dip the spoon onto the boiling water so the dough will not stick to the spoon. After you scrape the dough into the boiling water, they should cook for about 7 minutes. When they rise to the surface, they are done. Drain and rinse. It makes a lot of dumplings! But that is ok, they will be gone in no time!
- 8. Serve up a big helping of dumplings and pour sauce over them. Serve with the whole chicken pieces, or if you de-bone it, it will be placed in the sauce.
- 9. One of my favorite childhood memories is triggered when I make this recipe. All of my senses come alive... truly a wonderful comforting food!
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Jason pietersen
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for chicken paprikash. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!
Shakir SQ
[email protected]I've been making this dish for years, and it's always a favorite. It's so comforting and flavorful. I usually serve it over egg noodles, but it's also great with rice or mashed potatoes.
Rayees Baset
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the paprika gives the dish a beautiful color and a slightly smoky flavor.
Im Bot
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of paprika, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
MD Shahin Hossain
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I think the secret is in the sauce. It's so flavorful and creamy.
Blitz Tech
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and sauce come together in no time, and it's always a hit with my family.
Pramila lokuheththi
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The chicken was dry, and the sauce was bland. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Platritz
[email protected]This dish was a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think next time I'll use less paprika.
Kim Tida
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I usually serve it over mashed potatoes, but it's also great with rice or pasta.
ivayo mercy
[email protected]This was my first time making chicken paprikash, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish was delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and not too heavy. I will definitely be making this aga
Justin Bieber
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The paprika gives it a beautiful color and a slightly smoky flavor. I like to add a little extra sour cream at the end to make the sauce even more creamy.
Caridad Delgado
[email protected]This Hungarian Chicken Paprikash was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it over egg noodles, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.