Kuřecí na paprice

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds chicken thighs
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 bay leaf

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Season 1.5 pounds of chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

3. 3

   Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same skillet, add 1 large chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

5. 5

   Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

6. 6

   Stir in 2 tablespoons of sweet paprika and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.

7. 7

   Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and add 1 bay leaf. Stir to combine.

8. 8

   Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes on low heat.

9. 9

   After 20 minutes, remove the chicken and set aside again. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream into the sauce and bring to a gentle simmer.

10. 10

    Cook the sauce for an additional 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

11. 11

    Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.

12. 12

    Remove from heat, discard the bay leaf, and garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley before serving.