Mom's Chicken Paprika Recipe
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Mom's Chicken Paprika

By: Ann Oritz 
"This classic Hungarian dish tastes so great, even my kids (the pickiest eaters in the world) love it. My mom used to make it when I was a kid. Even if you don't like chicken you'll eat this. Great easy recipe!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.9 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

What to Drink?

Wine Pinot Noir
Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (4 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 1/2 cups hot water
  • 2 onions, peeled and sliced into rings
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk

Directions

  1. In a shallow dish or bowl, combine 1/2 cup four, seasoned salt, thyme and ground black pepper. Mix together; coat chicken pieces in this mixture and fry in shortening in a large skillet until lightly browned on all sides.
  2. Sprinkle paprika and garlic salt over chicken. Add hot water to skillet and simmer for 30 minutes. Placed onion rings on top of chicken pieces and simmer for another 30 minutes. Remove chicken, with onions on top, to a serving platter and reserve.
  3. In a small bowl, blend 2 tablespoons flour with milk and add to liquid in skillet. Cook, stirring, until thickened. Pour thickened mixture over chicken and serve with hot cooked white rice or egg noodles, if desired.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 968 | Total Fat: 66g | Cholesterol: 274mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2007 by Vivi   view full review
I used to make this meal quite often. One thing I never heard of it's the milk. All Hungarians...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2003 by VALARI   view full review
This makes a great "comfort" dinner when served with rice or noodles. It does take a little...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2003 by Sara-Jane   view full review
I chose this recipe because it called for chicken on the bone rather than boneless. It was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2008 by Shannon T   view full review
This was fantastic! I made a couple of minor adjustments to the recipe. I added sliced fresh...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2003 by KHAR   view full review
this is better than my German friend''s grandmother's recipe....and easier!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2010 by Stacie   view full review
I was doubtful of it's flavour but oh what a surprise. Simple and tasty! Easy to adjust the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 26, 2010 by veda   view full review
***** I added onion chunks and Paul Prudhomme'sPoultry Magic. Ialso increased paprika and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2006 by linda   view full review
I was getting ready to make this dish when I realized I didn't have any paprika. I figured I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 7, 2010 by rebeqah   view full review
I have read the reviews and I don't care if this isn't truly Hungarian. My husband and I loved...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 7, 2009 by badbin   view full review
meh... I tried this recipe because I didn't have any sour cream on hand, but I think it came...

 

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