Saxon Chicken Paprikash (Csirkepaprikás)

Csirkepaprikás, also known as Saxon Chicken Paprikash, is a traditional dish from Transylvanian Saxon cuisine. This hearty and flavorful chicken stew is made with a rich paprika-infused sauce, and it's typically served with homemade egg noodles or dumplings.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Transylvanian Saxon Chicken Paprikash Stew
Saxon Chicken Paprikash (Csirkepaprikás)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons sweet paprika
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides.
  3. Sprinkle the sweet paprika over the chicken and onions, and stir to coat everything evenly.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt and pepper. Cover the pot and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and set it aside. Stir the sour cream into the sauce until well combined.
  6. Return the chicken to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Adjust the seasoning if needed, and serve the Csirkepaprikás hot with homemade egg noodles or dumplings.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Wooden spoon Cutting board Knife

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Csirkepaprikás with a side of pickled vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra flavor boost, you can add a splash of white wine to the sauce before simmering.

Cost

$15