Chicken Paprikas

Health score
26%
Chicken Paprikas
45 min.
4
792kcal

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Embark on a culinary journey to Hungary with this delectable Chicken Paprikas, a dish that promises to delight your taste buds with its rich flavors and vibrant colors. This hearty meal, perfect for lunch or dinner, serves four and is ready in just 45 minutes. Brimming with the goodness of chicken breast halves, drumsticks, and thighs, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between protein and comfort.

The star of this dish is Hungarian sweet paprika, which lends its unique sweetness and a touch of spiciness, creating a depth of flavor that is unmistakably Eastern European. Paired with low-fat sour cream and a medley of onions, this Chicken Paprikas is not only delicious but also relatively light, with a caloric breakdown that leans towards protein and fat, making it a satisfying meal for those watching their carb intake.

Prepared with a blend of cooked medium egg noodles and a savory sauce that thickens to perfection, this recipe is a celebration of textures and tastes. The process of cooking the chicken until lightly browned, then simmering it with onions and a paprika-infused broth, ensures that every piece of chicken is infused with flavor. The final touch of whisking in sour cream and flour creates a creamy, dreamy sauce that ties all the elements together.

Whether you're a fan of bold flavors or looking to explore new cuisines, Chicken Paprikas is a recipe you'll want to add to your repertoire. It's a dish that, despite its complex flavors, is surprisingly simple to prepare. So, grab your Dutch oven and get ready to impress your family and friends with a meal that's as comforting as it is exotic.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black divided
  • pound chicken breast halves 
  • 0.5 pound skin-on chicken drumsticks 
  • 0.5 pound strips. 
  • 0.5 pound strips. 
  • cups egg noodles cooked uncooked
  • 0.5 cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 tablespoons paprika sweet
  • cup cream sour low-fat
  • cups onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  2. Heat a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken; cook 6 minutes or until lightly browned.
  4. Remove chicken from pan.
  5. Add onion; saut 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Return chicken to pan. Stir in broth and paprika; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until chicken is done.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Place flour in a small bowl.
  8. Add sour cream, stirring well with a whisk. Gradually stir sour cream mixture, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper into chicken mixture. Cook over low heat 5 minutes or until thick, stirring occasionally.
  9. Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Calories792kcal
Protein30.73%
Fat40.41%
Carbs28.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.75
Glycemic Load
22.99
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
32.049565377443%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.52mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
16.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:791.83kcal
39.59%
Fat:35.22g
54.18%
Saturated Fat:11.22g
70.1%
Carbohydrates:56.61g
18.87%
Net Carbohydrates:52.25g
19%
Sugar:4.48g
4.98%
Cholesterol:285.18mg
95.06%
Sodium:725.94mg
31.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:60.27g
120.53%
Selenium:107.36µg
153.37%
Vitamin B3:20.35mg
101.75%
Vitamin B6:1.61mg
80.4%
Phosphorus:681.8mg
68.18%
Vitamin B5:3.8mg
38%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.59%
Vitamin A:1658.03IU
33.16%
Potassium:1112.01mg
31.77%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
29.79%
Zinc:4.42mg
29.45%
Magnesium:112.19mg
28.05%
Vitamin B12:1.6µg
26.73%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.36%
Iron:3.38mg
18.79%
Fiber:4.36g
17.44%
Copper:0.34mg
17.09%
Calcium:146.21mg
14.62%
Folate:50.28µg
12.57%
Vitamin E:1.75mg
11.7%
Vitamin C:7.82mg
9.48%
Vitamin K:6.69µg
6.37%
Vitamin D:0.54µg
3.6%
Source:My Recipes