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Hungarian Creamy Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy paprika sauce served over soft egg noodles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 630
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts Ensure they're boneless for quicker cooking if preferred.
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika (sweet) Use sweet Hungarian paprika for authentic flavor.
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups chicken broth (halal)
  • 8 ounces egg noodles Cook according to package instructions.
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by chopping the onions and mincing the garlic.
Sautéing
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken, seasoned with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Cooking Onions and Garlic
  1. In the same pot, sauté the onions for about 3-4 minutes until they’re translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Adding Paprika
  1. Stir in the Hungarian paprika, letting it bloom in the oil for a minute.
Building the Sauce
  1. Return the chicken to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and let cook for about 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
Creamy Finish
  1. Remove the chicken once more and stir in the sour cream until fully combined, creating a creamy sauce.
  2. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
Cooking Noodles
  1. While the sauce thickens, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Serving
  1. Slice the chicken and serve it over the egg noodles, generously drizzling the creamy sauce on top.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze it and reheat with a splash of chicken broth to restore consistency.