Experience the comforting flavors of traditional Hungarian cuisine with this Weight Watchers-friendly Slow Cooker Chicken Paprikash. This lighter take on a classic dish features tender, juicy chicken thighs simmered to perfection in a rich, paprika-spiced tomato broth. Sweet Hungarian paprika is the star of the show, infusing the dish with its signature smoky-sweet aroma, while a touch of creamy, tangy Greek yogurt creates a luscious sauce without the heaviness of traditional sour cream. Perfectly paired with egg noodles or rice, this slow cooker recipe is as easy as it is flavorful, requiring just 15 minutes of prep before the magic happens in your slow cooker. Packed with savory, wholesome ingredients and low in fat, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant finishing touch and enjoy a satisfying meal thatβs both delicious and guilt-free.
Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the bottom of the slow cooker.
Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs on top of the onions.
Sprinkle the sweet Hungarian paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the chicken.
Pour the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth over the chicken, ensuring the chicken is mostly covered in the liquid.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender and cooked through.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and set it aside on a plate.
In a small bowl, mix the plain nonfat Greek yogurt and cornstarch until smooth. Slowly stir this mixture into the liquid in the slow cooker to create a creamy sauce.
Return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir gently to coat the chicken with the sauce. Cover and let it warm for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if necessary.
Serve the chicken paprikash over cooked egg noodles or rice, if desired, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Calories |
3042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 97.1 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1027 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 3202 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 296.0 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 240.9 g | 482% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 3388 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.