Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks

Name: Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 people
Ingredients: 6 pieces Chicken drumsticks; 1 tbsp Paprika; 4 cloves Minced garlic; 2 tbsp Butter; 1 cup Cooking cream; 0.5 cup Chicken broth or water; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 1 tbsp Chopped parsley for garnish

Under 30 MinsHigh ProteinOne-Pot • StovetopDinnerComfort Food

Easy

30min

480kcal

3people

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Tender and seared chicken drumsticks cooked in one pan with a rich white sauce flavored with paprika and garlic, perfect for serving with rice.

Looking for a main dish that combines ease of preparation with a rich taste that rivals luxury restaurant dishes? Here is the recipe for Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks, the perfect choice for those who love warm flavors and rich sauces. This recipe transforms ordinary chicken drumsticks into a gourmet meal thanks to a wonderful spice blend, specifically paprika which adds an attractive color and distinct flavor that pairs amazingly with the smoothness of the cooking cream. When searing chicken drumsticks in butter, a golden outer layer forms that keeps the juices inside the chicken, ensuring tender meat that melts in your mouth. What truly makes Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks special is the sauce; the garlic caramelizes with the seasoned chicken juices, then cream is added to combine all those flavors into a creamy, thick sauce. This dish is perfect for serving alongside hot white rice that absorbs this delicious sauce, or even with mashed or fried potatoes as you prefer. We designed this recipe to be quick to prepare in one pan, saving you time and effort while giving you an impressive result that satisfies all tastes. Feel free to add more spices if you prefer a stronger flavor, as the flexibility of this recipe is the secret to its constant success at the lunch or dinner table.

Ingredients

6 pieces Chicken drumsticks (about 600g)
1 tbsp Paprika
4 cloves Minced garlic
30 g Butter (about 2 tbsp)
240 ml Cooking cream
120 ml Chicken broth or water
1 tsp Salt
0.5 tsp Black pepper
1 tbsp Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

1
Dry the chicken drumsticks thoroughly with paper towels, then season with salt, black pepper, and half of the paprika.
2
In a wide skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat, then add the chicken drumsticks and brown on all sides for about 8 minutes until golden.
3
Add the minced garlic and the remaining paprika to the skillet, and stir for one minute until the aroma of garlic and spices is released.
4
Pour in the chicken broth (or water) and let the mixture simmer gently. Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and cook for 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
5
Remove the lid, then add the cooking cream and stir well to combine with the juices at the bottom of the pan.
6
Let the sauce simmer quietly for an additional 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
7
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot with rice or fries.

Chef's Tips

•For a great smoky flavor, you can use smoked paprika instead of sweet paprika.
•If the sauce is too thin, you can add a very small pinch of cornstarch dissolved in a little cold water.

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