Chicken Paprikas

Helpful hints

• This family recipe was modified to be more heart-healthy. Traditional Hungarian cuisine uses copious quantities of sour cream, butter, lard, and fat from meats. This recipe has been modified to be leaner, while retaining traditional flavors. It is delicious served over dumplings, but is a little easier to serve over noodles.
• Instead of 2 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt, you can use 2 cups reduced-sodium broth.
• Traditional recipe calls for a whole 3 – 4 pound chicken.  Using chicken breasts keeps it lower in fat.  You can also use chicken thighs – use 12 in place of the 6 breast halves.
• If you are on a lower protein diet reduce serving to 1/2 chicken breast, approximately 2 ounces.