Creamy Paprika Chicken with Golden Fries – Comfort Food at Its Best!

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 20 min

Servings: 2

Calories per Serving: ~750 kcal

 Ingredients:

For the chicken:

 300 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

 Salt & pepper

 1 tsp sweet paprika

 1 tbsp oil or butter

For the sauce:

 1 tbsp butter

 1 small onion, finely chopped

 1 garlic clove, minced

 1 tsp tomato paste

 1 tsp paprika (sweet or mild)

 150 ml heavy cream

 50 ml water or chicken stock

 Chopped parsley, for garnish

For the fries:

 300–400 g French fries (frozen or homemade)

 Salt

 Instructions:

Prepare the fries:

Cook the fries in the oven or air fryer according to package instructions until crispy. Season with salt.

Sear the chicken:

Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in a hot pan with oil or butter until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Make the sauce:

In the same pan, add butter and sauté onion and garlic until soft. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.

Simmer the cream sauce:

Add paprika, cream, and water (or broth). Bring to a simmer and let it reduce for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Combine chicken and sauce:

Return chicken to the pan and stir to coat. Let simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve:

Plate the fries and top or serve alongside the creamy paprika chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley.

 Tips & Variations:

Add a pinch of cayenne for heat.

Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles instead of fries.

Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra veg.