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Chicken Thighs with Lecso served

Chicken Thighs with Lecso

Chicken Thighs with Lecso is a true classic in Hungarian cuisine, prepared for family lunches for generations. The juicy meat of the chicken thighs and the fresh vegetables of the lecso are in perfect harmony. This dish is easy to prepare, yet rich and flavorful, making it a great choice for a homemade meal. Serve with fresh bread or rice and enjoy the traditional Hungarian flavors.

Prep Time 15 min
Preparation 45 min
Total 1 hr
680 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 4 Chicken Thighs
⭕ 300 g Bell Peppers (mixed green and red)
⭕ 3 Tomatoes
⭕ 2 Onion
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 30 ml Oil
⭕ 1 tsp Salt
⭕ 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
⭕ 1 tsp Hungarian Sweet Paprika

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Wash the chicken thighs, season with salt and pepper, and set aside while you prepare the vegetables.

    2

    Finely chop the onion and garlic. Slice the bell peppers and tomatoes into thin strips.

    3

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown. Remove the thighs from the skillet and set aside.

    4

    In the same skillet, sauté the onion until translucent. Add the garlic and Hungarian sweet paprika and stir well, being careful not to burn the paprika.

    5

    Add the bell peppers and tomatoes, then season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables soften and transform into a juicy lecso.

    6

    Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spoon the lecso over them, and cover. Simmer over low heat for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

    7

    Serve the chicken thighs with lecso with fresh bread or cooked rice. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.