Turkey Stuffed Shells with Pesto – Easy & Flavorful Pasta Recipe

Chicken Paprikash is a traditional Hungarian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy paprika-infused sauce. It’s a comforting meal that’s both flavorful and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons butter​Allrecipes

• 1 tablespoon olive oil​

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped​

• 2 cloves garlic, minced​

• 2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika​Fare Isle

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika​

• 1 teaspoon hot paprika (optional, for added heat)​

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour​

• 1 ½ cups chicken broth​

• 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)​

• 1 cup sour cream​

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste​

• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish​Fare Isle+1EatingWell+1

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Onions and Garlic:

   • In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.​

   • Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.​

   • Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.​

2. Add Paprika and Flour:

   • Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the Hungarian sweet paprika, smoked paprika, and hot paprika (if using) to prevent the paprika from burning.​Fare Isle

   • Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to combine.​

3. Add Broth and Tomatoes:

   • Return the skillet to medium heat. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.​

   • Add diced tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer.​

4. Cook the Chicken:

   • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.​

   • Nestle the chicken pieces into the sauce, ensuring they’re submerged.​

   • Cover and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.​

5. Incorporate Sour Cream:

   • Remove the skillet from heat. Temper the sour cream by adding a few spoonfuls of the hot sauce to it, stirring to combine.​

   • Gradually stir the tempered sour cream into the sauce, ensuring a smooth consistency.​

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.​

   • Serve hot over nokedli (Hungarian dumplings), spaetzle, or egg noodles.​Fare Isle+1Epicurious+1

Tips:

• Paprika Quality: For an authentic flavor, use high-quality Hungarian sweet paprika.​Fare Isle

• Serving Suggestions: Traditionally served with nokedli or spaetzle, but rice or mashed potatoes are also good alternatives.​Fare Isle

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to prevent the sauce from separating.