Boneless Chicken Paprikash – Creamy, Comforting Hungarian Classic

Boneless Chicken Paprikash – Creamy, Comforting Hungarian Classic
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This Boneless Chicken Paprikash is a rich and comforting Hungarian stew made with tender chicken, sweet Hungarian paprika, onions, and a velvety sour cream sauce. Using boneless chicken speeds things up without sacrificing the traditional flavors. Serve it over egg noodles or dumplings for the ultimate comfort meal.


Boneless Chicken Paprikash – Creamy, Comforting Hungarian Classic
🍽 Ingredients (Servings: 4)
  • 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or butter
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika (or more to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Cooked egg noodles or spaetzle, for serving

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Sear the Chicken:
🔥 In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Brown chicken on all sides (about 5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.

2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics:
🧅 Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the same pan and cook until soft and golden, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

Boneless Chicken Paprikash – Creamy, Comforting Hungarian Classic

3️⃣ Add Paprika and Flour:
🌶 Stir in sweet paprika and optional smoked paprika. Sprinkle in flour and cook for 1 minute to remove raw taste, stirring constantly.

4️⃣ Simmer:
🍲 Gradually stir in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Return chicken to pan. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.

5️⃣ Finish with Sour Cream:
🥣 Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream and heat gently (don’t boil). Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

6️⃣ Serve and Garnish:
🍽 Spoon chicken and sauce over noodles. Garnish with chopped parsley.


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💡 Helpful Tip

Always remove the pan from heat before adding the sour cream to prevent curdling. For a richer sauce, blend a bit of the stew into the sour cream before adding it back in. Want a low-carb option? Serve over mashed cauliflower instead of noodles!


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