Name: Braised Paprika Chicken
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 115 min
Ingredients: 3-3 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces, (thighs, drumsticks and/or breasts), skin removed, trimmed (see Tip); 0.75 teaspoon coarse salt, divided; 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 cups finely diced onions; Pinch of sugar; 1 cup diced red bell pepper; 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 teaspoon dried marjoram; 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 0.5 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley, dill and/or chives

Braised Paprika Chicken

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Sweet Hungarian paprika gives this creamy braised chicken the best flavor. This is a good “pantry dish” since you should have the basics on hand and only need to purchase the chicken. You may vary the recipe by using cubed veal shoulder instead of chicken and mushrooms instead of peppers. Serve with whole-wheat orzo flavored with minced parsley or dill.

By Perla Meyers

Updated on June 19, 2020

Cook Time:

1 hrs

Additional Time:

55 mins

Total Time:

1 hrs 55 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 to 4 pieces chicken & cups sauce

Nutrition Profile:

Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity High-Protein Low Added Sugars Low Sodium Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

3-3 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces, (thighs, drumsticks and/or breasts), skin removed, trimmed (see Tip)
¾ teaspoon coarse salt, divided
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 cups finely diced onions
Pinch of sugar
1 cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup diced green bell pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
½ cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley, dill and/or chives

Directions

Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
Heat oil and butter in a large heavy casserole or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and sprinkle with sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are very soft and light brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
Stir in bell peppers, tomato paste, paprika and crushed red pepper. Add the chicken and stir it gently into the onion mixture. Sprinkle with marjoram and add broth. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and simmer over medium-low heat until the chicken is very tender, about 50 minutes.
Just before the chicken is done, whisk sour cream, flour and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl until smooth.
When the chicken is done, remove it to a plate. Stir the sour cream mixture into the sauce; return to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the sauce coats the spoon. Reduce heat to low, return the chicken to the sauce and reheat, about 1 minute. Serve garnished with parsley, dill and/or chives, if desired.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 3, cool to room temperature and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Finish with Steps 4-5 before serving.

Tip: If you are using a combination of thighs, drumsticks and breasts, cut each breast in half crosswise to make pieces about the size of a thigh. And if you buy whole legs, separate the drumsticks and thighs. When the pieces are about the same size, they'll cook at about the same rate.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

346	Calories
15g	Fat
17g	Carbs
36g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 346
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 17g	6%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 36g	73%
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 5g	23%
Cholesterol 136mg	45%
Vitamin A 2445IU	49%
Vitamin C 53mg	59%
Folate 49mcg	12%
Sodium 391mg	17%
Calcium 74mg	6%
Iron 3mg	14%
Magnesium 57mg	14%
Potassium 695mg	15%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.