Here is a classic, beloved, homestyle Hungarian Chicken Paprikash (Csirkepaprikás) — tender chicken simmered in a rich, silky paprika-cream sauce, served with nokedli (dumplings) or buttered noodles.
This is one of Hungary’s most famous dishes — comforting, simple, and full of flavor. 🇭🇺❤️

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🥘🇭🇺 Hungarian Chicken Paprikash (Csirkepaprikás)

**Ingredients

(for 4 people)**

Chicken:

• 2–2.5 lbs (1–1.2 kg) chicken thighs, bone-in, skin removed
  (drumsticks or whole chicken pieces also work)

Base:

• 2 tbsp lard or oil (traditional: lard)
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Hungarian sweet paprika
• 1 tsp hot paprika (optional)
• 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional, crushed)

Liquid:

• 1–1.5 cups chicken broth or water

Finish:

• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp flour

Optional:

• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tomato, chopped

Salt & pepper to taste

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