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Homestyle Baked Chicken Paprikash

Homestyle Baked Chicken Paprikash: Comfort on a Plate

Homestyle Baked Chicken Paprikash delivers comfort with tender chicken in a luscious paprika sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 440
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (Bone-in, Skin-on) Substitute with boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, adjusting cooking time as necessary.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can be replaced with olive oil or melted butter.
  • 1 medium Onion (Chopped) Can substitute with shallots for a milder flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced) Use garlic powder if fresh garlic is unavailable; adjust amount to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Hungarian Paprika Regular or smoked paprika can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Flour Gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Crushed tomatoes or tomato puree can be used for a different texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Can be substituted with additional tomato sauce.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (Chopped) Can be omitted or replaced with chives or basil.

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet and cook chicken skin-side down until golden brown.
  4. Sauté the chopped onions in remaining oil until translucent.
  5. Add garlic, paprika, tomato paste, and flour; cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth; simmer and thicken for 5 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, cover with sauce, and bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Serve with sauce over sides and garnish with sour cream and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 440kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days; freeze for longer storage.

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