Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles
Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles features tender chicken thighs simmered in a paprika-rich tomato sauce with garlic and shallots, then finished with tangy yogurt for a creamy finish. The paprika and vinegar bring warmth and brightness, while buttered noodles soak up every drop. It’s a comforting weeknight dinner that also works well for casual gatherings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 60 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 31
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Sauté function; add olive oil. Add the shallots and garlic; sauté until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the pasta sauce, chicken broth, and red wine vinegar.
- 2
Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper; add to the Pot. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure following the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 3
Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Cook the egg noodles at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes; drain. Toss the noodles with butter, parsley, the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and the remaining ½ teaspoon black pepper; keep warm until ready to serve.
- 4
Release the Instant Pot pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method.
- 5
Whisk together ½ cup yogurt and ½ cup cooking sauce from the Instant Pot, adding it 1 tablespoon at a time, in a small bowl to temper the yogurt; whisk in the paprika until well blended. Stir the yogurt-paprika mixture into the Pot until incorporated.
- 6
Shred the chicken thighs; serve with the sauce over the cooked noodles. Garnish each serving with a dollop of plain yogurt.
- Calories 436.22 kcal High 22%
- Protein 31.23 g Good Source 62%
- Carbohydrate 39.69 g 14%
- Total Fat 17.7 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 6.08 g High 30%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 160.51 mg High 54%
- Sodium 373.2 mg Moderate 16%
- Dietary Fiber 4.77 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 6.98 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 82.57 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 3.82 mg Good Source 21%
- Potassium 265.75 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 29.32 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 1.01 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles is made with 14 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Arrabbiata Sauce, Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, and Butter. Each serving provides about 436.22 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles made of?
- The main ingredients are Arrabbiata Sauce, Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Butter, Chicken Broth. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 436.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Chicken Paprikash with Egg Noodles has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 436.22 calories and 31.23 g of protein, or 62% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 373.2 mg (16% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.08 g (30% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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