Chicken Goulash with Paprika Sauce
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Goulash
- 1½ pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter
- 2 large onions, finely sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Base : Heat oil or butter in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook slowly until soft and golden, stirring occasionally.
- Build the Flavor : Add garlic and cook briefly. Remove the pot from heat and stir in sweet paprika, smoked paprika, and caraway seeds to prevent burning.
- Simmer the Goulash : Return to heat, add tomato paste, chicken pieces, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer gently until chicken is tender.
- Finish the Sauce : Mix flour with sour cream, then stir into the pot. Simmer until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.