Creamy Paprika Chicken Kuře na Paprice

Name: Creamy Paprika Chicken Kuře na Paprice
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 ¼ LB ofchicken breasts - skinless and boneless (about 2 - 3 pcs); 4 TSP ofground paprika (adjust if needed); salt; pepper - ideally freshly ground; ¼ cup offrying oil (any kind) (adjust if needed, or lard); 1onion - peeled and finely chopped; 1 TBSP ofunsalted butter (1/8 stick); 4 cups ofchicken broth/stock (or vegetable broth or stock); 2bay leaves; ½ TSP ofallspice - ground; 1 TSP ofthyme - dried (or 1 TBSP of fresh finely chopped); 1 cup ofheavy cream; ¼ cup ofmilk; 5 TBSP ofall-purpose flour; ½ TSP ofsalt; ½ TSP ofpepper - ground; whipped cream

4 servings

Czech Simmering, Sautéing

Kuře na Paprice, or Creamy Paprika Chicken, is a cornerstone of Czech and Slovak cuisine, a dish that evokes feelings of home and comfort. This recipe offers a streamlined approach to this beloved classic. While traditional recipes can sometimes be lengthy, I've focused on preserving the authentic, rich flavors while...

... making the process achievable for even novice cooks. You'll discover the delightful combination of tender, slow-simmered chicken enveloped in a velvety smooth sauce, infused with the warmth of sweet paprika and a touch of tangy cream. It's a taste of Central Europe, made easy.

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June 10, 2025

Creamy Paprika Chicken Kuře na Paprice on the white plate on the table with refrigerators behind. Close up shot

45 min.
45 min.
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Ingredients:

Chicken:

1 ¼ LB of chicken breasts - skinless and boneless (about 2 - 3 pcs)
4 TSP of ground paprika (adjust if needed)
salt
pepper - ideally freshly ground

Sauce:

¼ cup of frying oil (any kind) (adjust if needed, or lard)
1 onion - peeled and finely chopped
1 TBSP of unsalted butter (1/8 stick)
4 cups of chicken broth/stock (or vegetable broth or stock)
2 bay leaves
½ TSP of allspice - ground
1 TSP of thyme - dried (or 1 TBSP of fresh finely chopped)
1 cup of heavy cream
¼ cup of milk
5 TBSP of all-purpose flour
½ TSP of salt
½ TSP of pepper - ground

Optional final touch:

whipped cream

Tools:

1x Chef’s knife
1x Cutting Board
1x Measuring Cups
1x Measuring Spoons
1x Large Sauce Pan or Medium Pot (6QT)
1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula
2x fork
1x Small Mixing Bowl (about 1 QT)
1x French Whisk

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Directions:

Creamy Paprika Chicken Kure na Paprice additional Steps-1

1. Meat Preparation:

Let’s start preparing Creamy Paprika Chicken (Kuře na Paprice) by preparing the chicken.

1.1. Make sure that the chicken breasts are properly rinsed under cold water and the unwanted parts are removed.

Important:
Do not cut into portions. We are going to cook the whole chicken breasts. Place on a plate.

1.2.

Evenly coat both sides of each breast with a total of 4 tsp of paprika.

1.3.

Generously salt and pepper on both sides as well.

2. Sauté:

2.1. Preheat sauce pan on medium-high heat with ¼ cup of frying oil and add:

1 medium onion – finely chopped

Sauté with occasional stirring until onions are glossy (about 3 – 4 minutes).

2.2. Add:

Chicken breasts from the previous step

Sear the chicken breasts until a light brown sear is reached (about 1 – 2 minutes from each side) while also trying to continue stirring the onions around to make sure nothing burns.

3. Simmer:

3.1. Simmer:

1 TBSP of butter
4 cups of chicken broth
2 dry bay leaves
½ TSP of ground allspice
1 TSP of dried thyme

Thoroughly stir, and cover with a lid. Bring to a simmer (about 195°F).

3.2. Lower the heat to medium and cook for about 30 minutes with occasional stirring.

Tip:
Optionally, add water during stewing to dilute the sauce (if the sauce is thickening too much).

4. Shred the Chicken:

Important: Keep the sauce cooking with occasional stirring during the following steps.

4.1.

Remove the chicken from the sauce to the cutting board.

4.2.

Shred with two forks.

4.3.

Let rest for the following steps.

5. Finishing Phase of Creamy Paprika Chicken Kuře na Paprice:

5.1.

Remove and dispose of bay leaves.

5.2. Place into a small mixing bowl:

1 cup of heavy cream
¼ cup of milk
5 TBSP of flour
½ TSP of salt
½ TSP of ground pepper

Thoroughly stir together with a whisk.

5.3.

Then stir it into the sauce in the pot.

5.4. Cook without a lid with stirring for about 1 – 2 minutes.

Note:
If you would like to have your sauce thicker, extend the cooking time for a few minutes until you reach the desired thickness. If you are in a rush and don’t want to wait any longer, just simply dust an extra 1 TBSP of flour directly into the sauce, stir, and cook for an additional 1 minute.

5.5. Add:

shredded chicken

Cook, stirring occasionally, until it thickens (usually for about 10 minutes).

Notes:

Czech sauces are generally thinner than what might be expected in the USA.
The goal of the sauce, if cooked properly, is to gently coat a piece of the dumpling when it is dipped in (just the right amount, not too liquidy, but not creating a lump either).
If you prefer a thicker sauce, feel free to increase the final cooking time until you reach the thickness of your liking.
For a faster option, stir in some flour previously mixed in water or milk and cook until it thickens.

6. Serve Creamy Paprika Chicken Kuře na Paprice:

6.1.

Taste and add salt and pepper if needed.

6.2.

Serve with a scoop of whipped cream and slices of side dumplings or rice or pasta.

Food & Ingredients

Types of Chicken Meat

January 20, 2025

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