Easy Chicken Goulash

This Easy Chicken Goulash is perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting meal for a chilly evening. It's the chicken version of a Hungarian dish, the colorful sweet peppers and blend of spices create a delicious and savory flavor that will leave you wanting more. Serve it over rice, with crusty bread.

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Course: main dish

Cuisine: internationnal

Keyword: chicken, stew

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Calories: 324kcal

Author: Sophie Viau

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion diced
1 green bell pepper diced
1 yellow bell pepper diced or red pepper
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon dried dill
3 cloves garlic minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into cubes or chicken thighs
1 can (28oz) diced tomatoes
½ cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup water
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown.
Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pot with the chicken pieces and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until they start to soften.
Stir in the cumin powder, dried dill, and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the spices become fragrant.
Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth, and stir everything together. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and ¼ cup of water until the cornstarch is completely dissolved.
Gradually pour the cornstarch mixture into the goulash, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon to prevent lumps from forming.
Continue to stir the goulash over low simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Season the chicken goulash with salt and pepper to taste, and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve hot

Notes

Tips

Preparation: Make sure to dice the onion and bell peppers evenly to ensure even cooking. Also, mince the garlic finely for better flavor distribution.
Chicken Browning: When cooking the chicken cubes in olive oil, make sure the pan is hot before adding the chicken. This helps to brown the chicken nicely. Stir occasionally to ensure even browning.

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