Gypsy Chicken Stew

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• Hot cooked noodles, for serving

Directions

1. In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add tomato paste, paprika, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, pepper, and salt. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add chicken, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in peas and parsley. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in sour cream and heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes. Serve over hot cooked noodles.

Interesting Facts

• Gypsy-style chicken stew is a traditional Romanian dish.
• It is made with a mix of fragrant spices, juicy chicken, and a creamy sauce.
• It is usually served over hot cooked noodles.