Hungarian Chicken Paprikash Recipe
A classic Hungarian chicken paprikash features tender chicken in a rich paprika-sour cream sauce, traditionally served with dumplings or rice.
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Instructions
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Melt butter in a large lidded pot or skillet, then sauté onion until translucent for about 5 minutes.
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Brown chicken pieces lightly on both sides, in batches if needed.
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Add green pepper, tomato, garlic, and paprika, then season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 35 minutes or until chicken is tender.
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Remove chicken to a warm platter and keep covered.
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Whisk sour cream with flour in a small bowl, then temper the mixture with some pan juices.
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Return tempered sour cream mixture to the pan and simmer until the sauce thickens.
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Return chicken to the pan to rewarm, then serve over noodles or rice.