Paprika Hendl

Bram Stoker, Dracula

I had for dinner, or rather supper, a chicken done up some way with red pepper, which was very good but thirsty. (Mem. get recipe for Mina.) I asked the waiter, and he said it was called ‘paprika hendl’ and that, as it was a national dish, I should be able to get it anywhere along the Carpathians.

Paprika Hendl

Paprika Hendl is a traditional dish from Austria and Hungary. It is a roasted chicken dish that is marinated in a flavorful paprika and garlic sauce.

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Prep Time 2 hours hrs

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 whole chicken about 3 lbs, cut into pieces
• 4 cloves of garlic minced
• 2 tbsp sweet paprika
• 1 tbsp hot paprika optional
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp sour cream optional

Method

 

1. In a large bowl, mix together the garlic, sweet paprika, hot paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in a baking dish. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
5. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
6. Optional: Mix 2 tablespoons of sour cream with 1 tablespoon of the marinade and spoon it over the chicken during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
7. Serve the Paprika Hendl with a side of your choice, such as roasted vegetables or dumplings.