Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Cookbook
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Recipe Review
I adore paprikash - stewed chicken in a rich and creamy sauce spiced with paprika. This slow-cooker approach is a winner. I used 2 chicken leg quarters instead of the poussins called for, and it worked just fine. The meat was tender, almost falling off the bone, and the sauce was pleasant.
Looking at my previous favorite recipe (from the Frugal Gourmet: Immigrant Ancestors book), I think I'd increase the shallots in this recipe next time. I also got a reminder that this is a dish where you should use the freshest paprika you can find - I used the end of a can of indeterminate age and it was a little lacking in flavor. (The amount called for - 3 teaspoons - looks right; I'm sure this was about my spice cabinet.)
Comments
Queezle_Sister - 7th November 2011
Hey Hipcook - great review! Do you think this recipe needs sweet paprika or do you think I could substitute smoked paprika without totally changing the dish?
hipcook - 8th November 2011
Thanks! I'd try smoked paprika, sure. I'd expect it to add depth of flavor, so perhaps increase the onions and bell pepper to try and keep the balance with sweet/vegetal flavors.
Queezle_Sister - 8th November 2011
I've ordered a new slow cooker, and I will try this recipe! Thanks.
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