Paprika chicken with sour cream sauce
Paprika chicken with sour cream sauce is a comforting main course of tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich tomato and paprika sauce, finished with tangy sour cream. The Thermomix chops, sautés and stirs everything hands-free, while precise temperature control keeps the sauce silky without curdling the cream. A true family favourite made simple.
About this recipe
Paprika chicken with sour cream sauce Thermomix TM7 brings a classic Hungarian-inspired comfort food straight to your all-in-one kitchen machine. This quick weeknight dinner recipe pairs tender chicken thighs with sweet paprika, tomato paste and a splash of wine, all simmered into a deeply aromatic red sauce. What makes this dish shine in the Thermomix is the emulsifying power: the sour cream whisks into the hot sauce at a controlled temperature, creating a silky consistency that simply cannot be achieved reliably on the hob without curdling. The onion and garlic are chopped in seconds, sautéed in olive oil without spluttering, and the chicken stock paste dissolves evenly through the sauce for balanced seasoning in every spoonful. Serve it over rice, pasta or crusty bread to soak up every last drop. It is the kind of warming main course that suits autumn evenings, family gatherings and effortless weekend cooking alike.
Preparation tips
- Cut the chicken thighs into even pieces so they cook at the same rate and stay juicy; uneven chunks lead to dry edges before the thicker pieces are done.
- Add the sour cream only at the end and at a gentle heat so the sauce stays silky; if it boils hard, the cream can split and turn grainy.
- Swap the wine for extra chicken stock paste dissolved in water for an alcohol-free version, and let the sauce rest a few minutes so the paprika flavour deepens before serving.
Recipe variations
- Make a lighter version by replacing the sour cream with Greek yogurt stirred in off the heat, and serve with steamed rice for a fresher take on the paprika chicken.
- For a festive twist, add sliced mushrooms and a pinch of smoked paprika, then finish with extra fresh parsley and a dollop of cream just before serving.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Fine chopping - The Thermomix chops the onion and garlic cloves in seconds without tears for an aromatic base. [Multi-Function]
- Precise heating - The TM7 keeps the paprika and tomato sauce at a gentle simmer so nothing burns on the base. [Temperature Control]
- Emulsifying - The Thermomix blends the sour cream into the wine sauce until stable, silky and completely split-free. [Precise Control]. [Precision Control]
- Hands-free cooking - The TM7 stirs the chicken thighs and stock paste automatically while you cook rice or set the table. [Hands-Free]
- Built-in scale - Weigh the olive oil and tomato paste directly in the mixing bowl for consistent seasoning every time. [Built-in Scale]
Ingredients
- fresh parsley
- brown onion
- garlic cloves
- olive oil
- sweet paprika
- tomato paste
- white wine
- water
- Chicken stock paste
- ground black pepper