Czech Creamy Paprika Chicken with Pasta and Salad

Name: Czech Creamy Paprika Chicken with Pasta and Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 meals
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: pasta; oil; water; sugar; salt; white vinegar; salad; onion; garlic clove; bnls chicken thighs; butter; black pepper; paprika powder; 1 pkg chicken broth cube; cooking cream (fat 33%); wheat flour

Taste a traditional and very popular Czech dish – paprika chicken, in this case enriched with a fresh side salad. Juicy chicken is slowly simmered until tender in a broth flavored with paprika, onion, and garlic to bring out its full depth of flavor. The sauce is finished with cream, giving it a beautifully smooth, rich, and velvety texture.

30 min

Contains milkcontains gluten

Pasta:: 1 pkgpasta; 1 tbspoil
Salad:: 2 dlwater; 2 tbspsugar; 2 tspsalt; 1 pkgwhite vinegar; 1 salad
Chicken:: 2 onion; 2 garlic clove; 1 pkgbnls chicken thighs; 1 tbspoil; 2 tbspbutter; 1 tspsalt; 0.5 tspblack pepper; 2 pkgpaprika powder; 4 dlwater; 1 pkg chicken broth cube; 1 pkgcooking cream (fat 33%); 1 dlwheat flour

Tip

You can also mix the pasta directly into the sauce.

1
Bring a pot of water to the boil for the pasta.
2
Peel and slice the onions, and finely chop the garlic cloves.
3
Cut the chicken thigh fillets into 2–3 pieces.
4
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain well and toss with a little oil.
5
Heat a frying pan with oil and butter. Add the chicken and cook, turning occasionally, for about 5–7 minutes.
6
Add the onions to the pan and continue cooking for 3–4 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper and paprika powder.
7
Add the measured water and stir in the chicken stock concentrate. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 6–8 minutes.
8
Place the sour cream in a bowl and whisk in the plain flour vigorously until smooth. Add the mixture to the chicken and stir well. Simmer for a few more minutes.
9
Cut the cucumber into sticks.
10
Serve the paprika chicken with pasta and cucumber sticks.

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Creamy Paprika Chicken with pasta, cucumber sticks

Paprika Chicken, pasta and cucumber sticks is a comforting Central European classic that feels both familiar and special. Tender pieces of chicken thigh are first seared for extra flavor, then gently simmered with onion, garlic and sweet paprika. The sauce is finished with cream for that signature smooth, velvety texture. Served with pasta to soak up every drop and crisp cucumber sticks for a fresh contrast, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights, cozy family dinners, or when you want a hearty meal without complicated steps.

Why you’ll love this Paprika Chicken

The dish shines with warm paprika aroma, a mild sweetness from sautéed onions, and a creamy finish that rounds out the flavors beautifully. Chicken thighs bring satisfying protein, making the meal filling and energizing. The cucumber on the side keeps everything balanced, adding crunch and a clean, refreshing bite.

Practical tips and easy variations

For a smooth sauce, whisk the flour into the cream until completely lump-free before adding it to the gently bubbling pan. Avoid overcooking the chicken during the first sear—just brown it, then let it stay juicy as it simmers. Want to save time and dishes? Stir the cooked pasta straight into the sauce so it can absorb the paprika flavor. You can also swap rigatoni for any short pasta, or use lactose-free cream if needed.

Serving ideas and simple pairings

Serve family-style straight from the pan, or plate individually with pasta first, then spoon over the creamy paprika chicken. Keep the cucumber sticks crisp and cold for the best contrast. A simple green salad works great on the side, and for a drink try sparkling water with lemon or an unsweetened iced tea.

A cozy, reliable dinner everyone enjoys

Creamy, flavorful, and ready in about 30 minutes, Paprika Chicken, pasta and cucumber sticks is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again—perfect for everyday comfort or an easy meal for guests.

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Czech Creamy Paprika Chicken with Pasta and Salad

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