Mom's Chicken Paprikash Soup Recipe

Mom's Chicken Paprikash Soup recipe is total comfort food. Every spoon full includes tender chicken in a wonderfully creamy tomato broth full of onions and more.

This chicken paprikash soup is a delicious way to use up leftover chicken or use rotisserie chicken!  I have been addicted to this tomato-based soup ever since the first time my mother made it and I am not even kidding. 

This rotisserie chicken paprikash or leftover chicken paprikash soup is so easy to prepare and I still make it regularly, even after all of these years.  If you are a fan of tomato soup, I urge you to give this chicken paprikash soup a try. I think it should be on every tomato soup lover's bucket list!  

Chicken Paprikash Soup Recipe

If you love this tomato soup I hope you'll try my grandmother's tomato soup recipe or our Red Cabbage Soup on this site and pairs well with these amazing grilled cheese recipes.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Quick and Easy to Make: With only 10 minutes of prep time your slow cooker will do the rest, this is an ideal weeknight meal
• Customizable: Add whatever vegetables you have on hand or omit the chicken for a vegetarian option
• Filling: With rotisserie or leftover chicken chunks plus veggies plus broth it’s sure to fill hungry bellies
• Budget-Friendly: Using canned tomatoes makes it more affordable than fresh vegetables.

Top Tip:

DO NOT add the sour cream while the paprikash soup is simmering. Add it after your soup is cooked.

Ingredients in Chicken Paprikash Soup

It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this delicious paprikash soup. Everything you need is either in your kitchen right now or at your local grocery store.

The main ingredients are listed here, but you'll find the complete list of ingredients along with amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Rotisserie, leftover or cooked chicken
• Paprika
• Onion
• Butter
• Sweet pepper
• Crushed tomatoes
• Chicken broth
• Sour cream
• Green onion

Substitutions and Variations

• Cooked Chicken - Use stewing beef, pork, tofu, or beans instead.
• Crushed Tomatoes - Use diced tomatoes or fire roasted crushed tomatoes instead.
• Chicken Broth - Use vegetable broth or white wine instead.
• Sour Cream - Use Greek yogurt or cream cheese instead.
• Green Onion - Use chives instead.
• Add Vegetables - Add some potatoes, zucchini, celery, or carrots for added flavor and texture
• Spicy - Add a bit of chili pepper flakes, use smoked paprika, diced jalapeno pepper, our jalapeno powder, smoked jalapeno powder, or chipotle powder to the tomato mixture for a bit of heat. You can also serve up our homemade hot pepper sauce on the table as well.

How to make Chicken Paprikash Soup

This is a super easy traditional Hungarian chicken soup recipe to make, as most rustic soups are. In just a few minutes, you'll have a delicious rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken paprikash soup that everyone will love.

The highlights are here, but be sure to check out the recipe card at the end of the post for the full instructions to make this chicken paprikash with rotisserie chicken.

1: Saute onions, red peppers, and sweet paprika until tender.

2: Add salt, pepper, cornstarch, and tomatoes to a simmer, then add the chicken broth and continue to simmer on medium heat.

3: Remove from the heat and stir in the chopped or shredded chicken and sour cream.

4: Add chopped green onions and serve.

Hint: Remove the soup from the heat before adding the sour cream.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this Instant Pot Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup.

Storage

Refrigerator: Store for up to 3 days in an air-tight container.

Freezer: Store for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag.

Defrost: Transfer to the refrigerator to defrost overnight.

Reheat: Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes until heated through.

Make Ahead: You can make this chicken paprikash soup recipe ahead of time for future meals. Cook as directed, then let it cool and store according to the instructions above.

What to Serve with Chicken Paprikash Soup

• This chicken paprikash soup is best served with a side of freshly cooked egg noodles or rice.
• A sprinkle of paprika and fresh parsley on top adds a pop of color and flavor.
• Serve it with some crusty artisan bread on the side for dipping into the flavorful broth.
• A salad with a light vinaigrette.

Wow, so many options...and guess what? I'm going to give you even more ideas for what to serve with tomato soup.

And then, to top it off...I have another list of things you can serve with a hearty soup such as this. If your sick of bread check out our What to Serve with Soup Besides Bread. You'll find options there that are so good, they will blow your mind!

Something else I think you should check out is our wonton crisps recipe. They are so delicious and add that special something to your dining experience.

Tips

• For a healthier version, use low-fat sour cream or low-fat Greek yogurt instead of the full-fat variety.
• Dice onions and peppers into small pieces for even cooking.
• Save time by using a pre-cooked rotisserie or leftover chicken instead of having to cook it fresh yourself.
• Instead of using canned tomatoes, try roasting fresh tomatoes in advance for added depth of flavor.
• If you don't have time to sauté all of the vegetables you want to include beforehand, simply add them directly into the pot with the tomatoes and broth and let simmer until tender.

FAQ

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