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Csirkepörkölt (Hungarian Chicken Stew)

A recipe for Csirkepörkölt (Hungarian Chicken Stew)! Pieces of chicken are simmered in a flavorful paprika-spiced stew with tomatoes and peppers.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 4 -6 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Hungarian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons pork fat, duck fat or vegetable oil
  • 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken legs separated into thighs and drumsticks
  • 2 Red Onions peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled and minced
  • 3 tablespoons (28 grams) Hungarian sweet paprika
  • 2 tomatoes seeds removed and finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper stem and seeds removed and finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (118 milliliters) water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
Garnish:
  • sour cream for drizzling
  • fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

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  1. In a wide pot, place the pork fat over medium heat.
  2. Once heated, add the chicken pieces (in batches if they won't fit in a single layer) and brown on all sides.
  3. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  4. Add the onions to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened. Stir in the garlic.
  5. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the paprika.
  6. Add the tomato, bell pepper, and water, then return the pot back to medium heat.
  7. Add the chicken pieces and pour in just enough water to barely cover the chicken. Season with the salt.
  8. Once the liquid comes to a boil, reduce heat to a very low simmer, cover, and cook for an hour, until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Season to taste if needed.
  9. Serve the Csirkepörkölt hot with sour cream and parsley if desired.