Hungarian Chicken Paprikás (Paprikash) ~ Keto Style

 

Hungarian Chicken Paprikás (Paprikash) ~ Keto Style

A warm, hearty dish with a creamy paprika sauce that’ll transport you to Eastern Europe—Hungary to be exact—without the carbs!

Comfort food with old-world flavor.

"A szeretet az asztalnál kezdődik."
"Love begins at the table." – Hungarian Proverb

In Hungarian homes, the dinner table is more than a place to eat. It's where laughter echoes, memories are shared, and hearts are nourished. This keto-friendly Chicken Paprikás honors this beautiful tradition with every creamy, paprika-kissed bite.

It’s a classic dish reimagined for today’s low-carb lifestyle—without sacrificing the soul of the recipe.

🍗 Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 2 tbsp olive oil or lard

• 2 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks (skin-on, bone-in for best flavor)

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tsp Hungarian sweet paprika

• Salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

• 1 cup chicken broth

• ½ cup heavy cream or sour cream

• 1 ripe tomato, chopped

• 1 Hungarian pepper, sliced

For Serving:

• Keto-friendly noodles (shirataki, zucchini noodles, or cabbage ribbons work great)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• Optional: Extra dollop of sour cream on top

🍳 Instructions:

1. Sear the Chicken
   Heat oil or lard in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Brown pieces on both sides for about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. Cook the Base
   In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and sauté onions until soft and golden. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

3. Simmer the Chicken
   Return chicken to the pan. Pour in chicken broth. Stir in paprika, chopped tomato, and sliced Hungarian pepper. Cover and simmer for 30–35 minutes or until chicken is tender and cooked through.

4. Add the Creaminess
   Lower the heat. Stir in the heavy cream or sour cream until fully incorporated and the sauce turns beautifully orange and velvety. Simmer uncovered for 5–10 minutes to thicken slightly.

5. Serve
   Plate the chicken over your keto noodles or veggie ribbons. Add a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy a little taste of Hungarian heaven.

This is low carb, full of flavor, and full of old-world comfort. 

Per Serving (Approximate):

***Nutrition Information (per serving for Chicken Paprikás, assuming it serves 4 people and is served with a keto-friendly noodle like zucchini noodles, which are very low in carbs):

• Calories: 420 

• Fat: 28g

• Protein: 32g

• Total Carbohydrates: 6g

***These values may vary slightly based on exact ingredients used (e.g., whether you use sour cream or heavy cream, how much tomato or onion is added, and your choice of keto noodles)***

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