Hungarian Chicken Paprikash

Here’s the beloved Hungarian Chicken Paprikash (Csirke Paprikás 🇭🇺) — a national treasure of Hungary! 🍗✨
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy paprika sauce, served with nokedli (Hungarian dumplings) or egg noodles — pure comfort food. ❤️


🇭🇺 Hungarian Chicken Paprikash (Csirke Paprikás)

Ingredients:

  • 2½–3 lbs (1.2–1.4 kg) chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or bone-in breasts)
  • 2 tbsp oil or lard
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika (authentic and essential!)
  • 1 medium tomato, diced (or ½ cup canned)
  • 1 small green pepper, chopped (optional but traditional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth or water
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 1 tbsp flour (to thicken the sauce)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

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