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Creamy paprika chicken dish served with crispy golden fries

Creamy Paprika Chicken with Golden Fries

A comforting meal featuring tender chicken in a creamy paprika sauce, served with crispy golden fries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 400 g), cut into chunks Use fresh chicken for best flavor.
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 tsp sweet paprika (Hungarian or Spanish) Adjust amount to taste.
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 0.5 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream (or crème fraîche)
  • 2 Tbsp sour cream (optional)
  • 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
  • 1.5 Tbsp olive oil (for fries)
  • Salt to taste (for fries)

Method
 

Cooking the Fries and Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
  2. Toss the potato fries with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crisp.
  3. While the fries bake, heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken chunks and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Cook for 2–3 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and both paprikas; cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Return the chicken to the pan, season with salt and pepper. Pour in the cream and stir in the sour cream and mustard (if using). Let it simmer gently for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is fully cooked.
  6. Stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serving
  1. Spoon the creamy paprika chicken into shallow bowls or plates. Add a side of crispy fries. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the creamy paprika chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The fries are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept in a separate container. Reheat the chicken on the stove or microwave, and re-crisp the fries in a hot oven or air fryer before serving.