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Cinnamon and Clove Hungarian Paprikás Csirke (Paprika Chicken with Paprika Rice)

Name: Cinnamon and Clove Hungarian Paprikás Csirke (Paprika Chicken with Paprika Rice)
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Hungarian
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs; 1 onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 2 tbsp paprika; 100g rice; 1 liter chicken broth; 1 tbsp oil; Salt to taste; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional); 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground cloves

Warm spices add complexity to the paprika base

42 minutes2 servings

Method

Mix in paprika, garlic powder, and smoked paprika (if using).
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and bell pepper, sauté until softened.
Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides.
Mix in paprika, garlic powder, and smoked paprika (if using). Stir to coat the chicken.
Add rice and chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 30 minutes.
Check that the thickest part of the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer before serving.

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