Crock Pot Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings

Warm up your dinner table with the comforting flavors of Crock Pot Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings, a luxurious Hungarian-inspired dish made effortlessly in the slow cooker. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs simmered with sweet Hungarian paprika, smoky spices, and a rich, creamy sauce made with sour cream and tomato paste. The addition of homemade dumplings, cooked to fluffy perfection and coated with butter, elevates this dish into a satisfying, hearty meal that's perfect for cozy family dinners. With its vibrant paprika-infused sauce and an easy prep-and-forget process, this slow cooker chicken paprikash is a true comfort food classic that'll become a staple in your meal rotation. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy this irresistible, crowd-pleasing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:320 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 large Bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tbsp Sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour (for thickening)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 large Egg (for dumplings)
• 0.5 cup Milk (for dumplings)
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour (for dumplings)
• 0.5 tsp Salt (for dumplings)
• 2 tbsp Butter (for finishing dumplings)
• 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Season chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

2. In a slow cooker, layer the chopped onions, garlic, and bell peppers. Sprinkle the sweet Hungarian paprika and smoked paprika evenly over the vegetables.

Step 3

3. Place the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.

Step 4

4. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth and tomato paste until smooth. Pour the mixture into the slow cooker, covering the chicken.

Step 5

5. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 6

6. About 30 minutes before serving, whisk together the sour cream and 2 tablespoons of flour in a small bowl until smooth. Stir the sour cream mixture into the slow cooker, combining it well with the sauce. Replace the lid and allow it to heat through and thicken slightly.

Step 7

7. Meanwhile, make the dumplings by whisking together the egg and milk in a small bowl. Gradually add the flour and salt until a sticky dough forms.

Step 8

8. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Using two teaspoons, drop small spoonfuls of dough into the boiling water, working in batches and being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook dumplings for 4-5 minutes until they float, then use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a bowl.

Step 9

9. Toss the cooked dumplings with 2 tablespoons of butter to keep them from sticking together.

Step 10

10. Serve the chicken and paprika sauce over the dumplings. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2358.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3567.3

Total Fat 180.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1225.6mg	0%
Sodium 5622.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.5g
Protein 287.1g	0%

Vitamin D 163.6IU	0%
Calcium 766.4mg	0%
Iron 24.5mg	0%
Potassium 4290.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 22.7%