Chicken Paprika Stew

Delight your senses with a comforting bowl of Chicken Paprika Stew, a classic recipe from the kitchen of Suzy Josipović Redžepagić. This simple yet flavorful dish brings warmth to your table, enriched by Mediterranean herbs and a touch of white wine. Perfect for busy days, this stew is quick to prepare without compromising on the taste that makes home cooking so cherished.

Ingredients

🍗 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces, Cekin
🧅 1 onion, finely chopped
🍷 100 ml white wine, Istrian Malvasia
🥕 1 carrot, sliced
🌿 1 bunch parsley, chopped
🥬 1 stalk celery, chopped
🍲 500 ml chicken broth, Podravka
🌿 A few sprigs of rosemary
🌿 A pinch of Mediterranean herbs
🧂 A pinch of nutmeg
🍅 2 tablespoons tomato paste, Mutti
🌶️ 1 tablespoon paprika, Aleva
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil, Olitalia
🛢️ 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
🧂 Salt
🧂 Pepper

Instructions

1- Prep the Ingredients:

• Begin by preparing your vegetables.
• Chop the onion, slice the carrot, and chop the parsley and celery. Set them aside.

2- Sauté the Onion:

• In a large pot, heat the olive oil and vegetable oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

3- Brown the Chicken:

• Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown on all sides.
• This will seal in the juices and add flavor.

4- Deglaze with Wine:

• Pour the white wine into the pot and let it simmer.
• Allow the alcohol to evaporate and the flavor to infuse the chicken.

5- Add Vegetables and Seasoning:

• Stir in the carrot, parsley, celery, rosemary, Mediterranean herbs, and nutmeg.
• Mix thoroughly.

6- Incorporate Broth and Tomato Paste:

• Pour in the chicken broth and add the tomato paste.
• Stir until the paste is completely dissolved, enhancing the stew's richness.

7- Season with Paprika:

• Add the paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Ensure all ingredients are well combined.

8- Simmer the Stew:

• Cover the pot and let the stew simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

9- Adjust Seasoning:

• Taste the stew and adjust seasoning if needed.
• Remove the rosemary sprigs before serving.

10- Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 350
Proteins per Serving: 28g
Fats per Serving: 14g
Carbohydrates per Serving: 10g
Equipment:

• 🥄 Large pot, Tefal Intuition Cookware
• 🔪 Sharp knife, Zwilling Classic Chef's Knife
• 🪣 Wooden spoon, OXO Good Grips Wooden Spoon

Cooking Tips

• For an extra kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
• Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.

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Chicken Paprika Stew