Paprikás Csirke (Hungarian Chicken Paprikash)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the base:
   • Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté onions until golden, then add garlic and cook 1 minute.
   • Remove from heat briefly, stir in paprika to avoid burning.
2. Cook the chicken:
   • Add chicken pieces and brown lightly.
3. Add vegetables and liquid:
   • Add bell pepper, tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30–40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
4. Finish with sour cream:
   • In a small bowl, mix sour cream with a little hot sauce from the pot to temper it. Stir into the chicken and simmer 5 more minutes.
   • Optional: mix 1 tsp flour with sour cream for a thicker sauce.
5. Serve:
   • Serve hot over noodles, rice, or dumplings.