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    Home » What We're Eating » Dump-and-Bake Chicken Paprikash and Noodles

    Dump-and-Bake Chicken Paprikash and Noodles

    Published: Jan 12, 2018 by Blair Lonergan

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    There's no need to boil the pasta or pre-cook the chicken! This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Paprikash and Noodles is an entire dinner that cooks in one dish!

    Baked chicken paprikash in a white casserole dish

    You just can't go wrong with a quick and easy weeknight dinner that involves minimal clean-up at the end! This Chicken Paprikash is almost too good to be true...almost!

    Front shot of chicken paprika in a white baking dish with noodles

    As my regular readers know, I love to take a traditional, more time-consuming recipe and adapt it to suit our busy lives. At the end of a long day, the last thing that we want to worry about is standing in the kitchen, juggling pots and pans, boiling pasta, roasting chicken, or stirring a roux.

    Nope, I'm just not going to do it! My life is too full and there are too many other things that I'd rather focus my time and attention on!

    Chicken paprika and egg noodles in a white dish with silver serving tongs

    This dump-and-bake version of the classic Chicken Paprikash is a great example of how I feed my family during the week while still maintaining my sanity.

    Overhead shot of chicken paprikash baked in a white casserole dish

    What is Chicken Paprikash?

    The traditional Chicken Paprikash (or "Paprika Chicken") is actually the Hungarian national dish.

    I don't have any Hungarian blood pumping through my veins, so maybe that's why I'm 100% comfortable with a loose interpretation of the original!

    Close up overhead shot of chicken paprika served with noodles in a white bowl with blue trim

    In a traditional Chicken Paprikash, the meat is simmered for an extended time in a sauce that begins with a paprika-infused roux.

    The sweet paprika gives the dish a rosy color, and the creamy stew is typically served over egg noodles, dumplings or spaetzle.

    Since I don't usually have time to slow-simmer meat, and since I'd rather not dirty another pot by boiling my pasta separately, I just combine everything into one dish that bakes in the oven!

    Chicken paprikash garnished with fresh dill in a white dish

    What it Tastes Like

    The end result is juicy chicken and tender pasta, all swimming in a creamy, mild sauce. It's a dinner that your children will love too!

    With the addition of smoked or spicy paprika, this recipe can easily be tweaked to suit your family's preferences. Make it your own!

    Most of all, I know that you will love the minimal prep work, which gets you in and out of the kitchen quickly! And don't skip the fresh herbs on top -- if you like dill, you will LOVE the extra layer of flavor that it adds to the meal!

    How to Make Easy Chicken Paprikash

    1. In the prepared dish (or in a separate bowl), whisk together the Alfredo sauce, chicken broth, sour cream, paprika and salt until smooth and completely combined.
    2. Stir in the uncooked noodles, onion, uncooked chicken and garlic. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
    3. Uncover; stir. At this point you should check the pasta to make sure that it is al dente (firm but just about finished cooking). If it’s still too hard, cover the dish and return to the oven until pasta is al dente.
    4. Remove the cover from the dish. Return dish to the oven (uncovered) and bake for for 10 more minutes (or until pasta is tender, chicken is cooked through, and sauce has thickened).
    5. Give it a good stir, dust with sprinkling of smoked or spicy paprika, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or dill.

    Overhead shot of bowl of noodles and chicken paprika in a creamy sauce

    Serving Suggestions and Leftovers

    This chicken paprikash is pretty delicious and satisfying just as it is but you could also serve it with a big fresh salad and some crusty bread.

    Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days but the pasta will swell so I recommend enjoying this the same day.

    Again, leftovers won't freeze well because of the pasta so if you'd like to prep ahead and freeze it mix all the ingredients together in a ziplock bag except the pasta and freeze.

    To cook from frozen, thaw then tip ingredients into a prepared baking dish, add noodles and bake as instructed.

    Cook's Top Tips

    • Make sure to spray your baking dish with cooking spray to avoid the casserole sticking or burning.
    • To cut prep time I use diced frozen onions.
    • To reduce sodium look for low salt/sodium chicken broth (you can also use veg broth).
    • Make sure to use fresh herbs for best results and flavor.
    • Starch is released from the uncooked noodles which helps create a thick and creamy sauce with zero effort.
    • This is a mild dish (and kid-friendly) because it uses sweet paprika. If you want to add a smoky or spicy flavor to the meal, add ¼ teaspoon of smoked paprika or spicy paprika to the sauce before baking.
    • Cooking for a Smaller Family? You can cut all of the ingredients in half and bake the Chicken Paprikash in an 8- or 9-inch square dish.

    Other easy chicken recipes that you might enjoy:

    • Dump-and-Bake Chicken Marsala
    • Dump-and-Bake Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
    • Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken and Rice Bake
    • Dump-and-Bake Chicken Stuffing Casserole
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    Dump-and-Bake Chicken Paprikash and Noodles

    There's no need to boil the pasta or pre-cook the chicken! This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Paprikash and Noodles is an entire dinner that cooks in one dish!
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine European
    Keyword Chicken Paprikash, Easy Chicken Paprikash, Paprika Chicken
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 311kcal
    Author Blair Lonergan

    Ingredients

    • 22 ounces Alfredo sauce (about 2 ½ cups)
    • 3 cups less-sodium chicken broth
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 12 ounces (about 6 cups) uncooked wide egg noodles
    • 1 cup frozen diced onion, thawed (or 1 cup chopped fresh onion)
    • 1 lb. uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
    • Chopped fresh parsley or dill
    • Optional garnish: dusting of smoked paprika

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray your largest baking dish (I used a deep 9 x 13-inch dish) with cooking spray.
    • In the prepared dish (or in a separate bowl), whisk together the Alfredo sauce, chicken broth, sour cream, paprika and salt until smooth and completely combined. Stir in the uncooked noodles, onion, uncooked chicken and garlic. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
    • Uncover; stir. At this point you should check the pasta to make sure that it is al dente (firm but just about finished cooking). If it’s still too hard, cover the dish and return to the oven until pasta is al dente. Then move on to the next step.
    • Remove the cover from the dish. Return dish to the oven (uncovered) and bake for for 10 more minutes (or until pasta is tender, chicken is cooked through, and sauce has thickened).
    • Give it a good stir, dust with sprinkling of smoked or spicy paprika, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or dill.

    Notes

    • Make sure to spray your baking dish with cooking spray to avoid the casserole sticking or burning.
    • To cut prep time I use diced frozen onions.
    • To reduce sodium look for low salt/sodium chicken broth (you can also use veg broth).
    • Make sure to use fresh herbs for best results and flavor.
    • Starch is released from the uncooked noodles which helps create a thick and creamy sauce with zero effort.
    • This is a mild dish (and kid-friendly) because it uses sweet paprika. If you want to add a smoky or spicy flavor to the meal, add ¼ teaspoon of smoked paprika or spicy paprika to the sauce before baking.
    • Cooking for a Smaller Family? You can cut all of the ingredients in half and bake the Chicken Paprikash in an 8- or 9-inch square dish.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/8 of the recipe | Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 30.6g | Protein: 21.5g | Fat: 10.7g | Saturated Fat: 5.8g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 855mg | Fiber: 1.9g | Sugar: 3.9g
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    1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

      January 12, 2018 at 7:33 am

      I love that you don't have to boil the noodles! Dump and bakes are my favorite for any time of the week, especially when it's got flavor like this. I can see why this is a winner, love it!

      Reply
      • Blair

        January 12, 2018 at 8:10 am

        Thank you, Gayle! The ease is the best part! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Barbara Schmidt

      January 12, 2018 at 7:39 pm

      Blair, I love this! My only issue is I have a simple Alfredo sauce that we love so-oo much more than bottled. Do you think you could figure out how to incorporate it into dump-and-bake? The recipe is 1 stick of butter, 8 ounces cream cheese, 1 cup milk, 1/2cup fresh parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Melt the butter, add and melt cream cheese, add other ingredients and whisk together.

      Reply
      • mary

        January 12, 2018 at 7:51 pm

        5 stars
        Land O Lakes has a good Alfredo recipe too and I usually pass on the bacon part. They use a tiny bit of nutmeg in it and it really makes it great. Nutmeg in Alfredo...who knew?! 🙂

        Reply
      • Blair

        January 12, 2018 at 8:41 pm

        Hey, Barbara! Yes, you can definitely use a homemade Alfredo sauce if you like (and your version sounds perfect). If you do that, then it obviously just adds a bit of prep-work to the recipe. Enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Kingsley Williams

      January 13, 2018 at 5:54 pm

      This looks delicious! 🙂

      Reply
      • Blair

        January 13, 2018 at 8:20 pm

        Thanks, Kingsley! It is!!! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Kristy from Southern In Law

      January 17, 2018 at 3:06 am

      Ohhh, this looks so good!

      Reply
      • Blair

        January 17, 2018 at 6:37 am

        Thank you!! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Charlene Robinson

      September 29, 2020 at 4:08 am

      this sounds great! I'm gonna try it tonite.

      Reply
      • Blair

        September 29, 2020 at 5:17 am

        Awesome! Enjoy, Charlene!

        Reply

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