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Spicy Creamy Paprika Chicken
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Spicy Creamy Paprika Chicken Recipe

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 400 g chicken breast cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 200 ml heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 60 ml chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika sweet or hot
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 350 g cooked Basmati or Jasmine rice

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken breast and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, chopped onion, and sliced red bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  • Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, optional chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly coat the chicken and vegetables with the spices.
  • Add tomato paste, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
  • Spoon the creamy paprika chicken over bowls of cooked rice and serve hot.