Hungarian Chicken Paprika Recipe

Saute the onion in shortening until tender but not browned. Combine the first measure of salt, paprika and pepper; stir into the onions. Add the chicken and fry until all sides are lightly coated. Add first measure of water and cover. Cook slowly about 1 1/2 hours or until chicken is tender.

Mix all ingredients for dmplings, beating the mixture until dough is not lumpy. Pour remaining water into a 3-quart saucepan. Add salt and bring to a boil.

Into this, spoon the batter, a teaspoonful at a time. Boil 10 minutes, then drain. Remove chicken from skillet and blend the sour cream nto the liquid in the skillet. Pour dumplings into the sauce and serve hot with the chicken.