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Hungarian · Hungary

Csirkepörkölt (Chicken with Paprika and Tomato Sauce)

A classic Hungarian dish of chicken in a rich tomato and paprika sauce, often served with rice.

50 minutes4 servings
Csirkepörkölt (Chicken with Paprika and Tomato Sauce)
Photo: Sumit Surai · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Heat oil in a pan. Brown chicken thighs on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add paprika and cook 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and broth. Return chicken to the pot. Simmer 30 minutes.
  4. Season with salt. Serve with rice or noodles.
  5. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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