Paprika chicken
Savor the rich flavors of our Paprika Chicken recipe! This succulent 3 lb whole chicken is roasted to perfection with olive oil, onions, and garlic, then simmered in a delicious blend of paprika, tomatoes, and chicken gravy. Topped with creamy sour cream and fresh parsley, this dish is guaranteed to impress. Easy to make and perfect for family dinners!
Cook time 75 min
Prep time 40 min
Ingredients:
3 lb whole chicken1 tbsp olive oil
2 onions
2 garlic cloves
1 tbsp paprika
4 tomatoes
2 cups chicken gravy
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh parsley
Paprika chicken is a delicious and warming dish that's perfect for any season. This recipe uses a whole chicken, ensuring juicy, tender meat infused with the rich flavors of paprika, garlic, and fresh vegetables. It's a wonderful meal to share with family or friends, combining simplicity with a full-bodied taste.
Instructions:
- Wash and pat dry the whole chicken. Cut into serving pieces (legs, thighs, breast, wings).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are golden brown on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and minced garlic.
- Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the paprika over the onions and garlic. Stir well to coat the onions and garlic evenly with the paprika.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to break down and create a thick sauce, about 10 minutes.
- Return the browned chicken pieces to the skillet.
- Pour the chicken gravy over the chicken and tomato mixture.
- Stir to combine, ensuring the chicken is well-coated with the sauce.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated into the sauce.
- Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the dish.
- Serve the paprika chicken hot, accompanied by your choice of side dishes such as rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Tips:
- Make sure to pat the chicken dry before applying oil and seasoning. This helps achieve a crispy skin.
- You can marinate the chicken with paprika, garlic, and olive oil for a few hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
- If fresh tomatoes are not available, you can substitute with canned tomatoes to save prep time.
- When adding sour cream, make sure the gravy is not boiling, to prevent the cream from curdling.
- Garnish with fresh parsley at the end to add a burst of color and freshness to the dish.
Paprika chicken is a hearty, comforting dish that brings together a wonderful blend of flavors with minimal effort. With a rich, savory sauce and tender meat, it's bound to become a favorite meal. Enjoy the process and the delicious results with your loved ones!
Nutrition per serving
6 ServingsCalories 790kcal
Protein 60g
Carbohydrates 14g
Fiber 3.10g
Sugar 7g
Fat 54g
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