Creamy Paprika Chicken with Golden Fries

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Servings: 2
Calories per Serving: ~750 kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 300 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Salt & pepper
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tbsp oil or butter

For the Sauce:

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp paprika (sweet or mild)
• 150 ml heavy cream
• 50 ml water or chicken stock
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

For the Fries:

• 300–400 g French fries (frozen or homemade)
• Salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the fries: Cook in the oven or air fryer according to package directions until crispy. Season with salt.
2. Sear the chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in a hot pan with oil or butter until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add tomato paste and cook 1 minute.
4. Simmer the cream sauce: Add paprika, cream, and water (or broth). Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce for 3–5 minutes.
5. Combine chicken and sauce: Return chicken to the pan and coat well. Simmer 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning.
6. Serve: Plate fries and serve with the creamy paprika chicken. Garnish with parsley.

Tips & Variations

• Add a pinch of cayenne for heat.
• Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles instead of fries.
• Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra vegetables.