Hungarian Chicken Paprikash

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sauté the Onion

Heat oil or butter in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.


2. Add Paprika

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the paprika.
(This step prevents the paprika from burning and turning bitter.)


3. Cook the Chicken

Add the chicken pieces and garlic.
Season with salt and pepper, then cook for a few minutes to lightly brown.


4. Simmer

Pour in the chicken broth.
Cover and simmer for 30–40 minutes until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.


5. Make the Creamy Sauce

In a bowl, mix sour cream with flour.
Slowly add a bit of hot liquid from the pan to temper the mixture.
Then stir it back into the pot.


6. Finish Cooking

Simmer gently for another 5–10 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.


🍴 Serving Suggestions

  • Traditional Hungarian dumplings (galuska)
  • Egg noodles or pasta
  • Steamed rice
  • Mashed potatoes
  • Fresh cucumber salad

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