🇭🇺 The Best Hungarian Chicken Paprikash (Paprikás Csirke)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Build the base:
    Heat lard in a large pot and cook onions slowly until very soft and slightly golden.
  2. Add garlic and cook briefly.

  1. Add paprika:
    Remove from heat and stir in paprika to keep its rich flavor.

  1. Cook chicken:
    Add chicken pieces and coat well in the onion-paprika mixture.
  2. Return to heat and cook for a few minutes.

  1. Add vegetables:
    Stir in tomato and green pepper. Season with salt and pepper.

  1. Simmer:
    Pour in broth, cover, and cook on low heat for 35–45 minutes until chicken is tender.

  1. Finish with cream:
    Mix sour cream with flour, then gently stir into the sauce.
  2. Simmer briefly on low heat (do not boil).

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