Low Sodium Chicken Paprika - Instant Pot - Tasty, Healthy Heart Recipes (2024)

I eat a lot of chicken and I’m also a big fan of easy one pot meals. So I am always on the lookout for new ways to prepare chicken. Low Sodium Chicken Paprika in the Instant Pot hit all the buttons. The dish is traditionally of Hungarian heritage and is deeply flavorful without being spicy. It also works perfectly for the Instant Pot, give it a try!

Though I embellished on the traditional Hungarian dish a bit, the base of this dish is still in full form. If you have chicken in your freezer, is super easy and quick to make with an Instant Pot*. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples, so it’s an easy one to cook on a busy weeknight. I find I can’t put the taste test spoon down even before it is plated for the meal. It would make an excellent soup! Hmm….

While most recipes aren’t in the screaming high range they are still about 600-800 mg of sodium per serving. It was not much work to bring this very flavorful dish down to less than 90 mg per serving. Which is great because this is so good you’re probably going to want two servings!

THERE ARE MANY TYPES OF PAPRIKA

I personally learned even more about paprika when preparing for this dish. It has been one of my favorite spices for some time. I had regular, smoky and regular sweet Paprika that I use quite often. Now I have also added the Hungarian paprika to my repertoire and it is awesome! I use the Papa “sweet” Hungarian Paprika brand from Kroger and McCormick supposedly makes one too. I will probably order the hot version for the next time I make this.

Hungarian paprika is made from dried peppers and can range from sweet to mild to spicy. There are a few different levels of “paprika”. This recipe calls for Hungarian paprika, which has an amazing deep flavor, and just a little spice. Read this short article on the different types of Paprika from Spices Inc. to learn more.

MY TIPS FOR MAKING LOW SODIUM CHICKEN PAPRIKA

First off, carrots are not part of this traditional Hungarian Meal. I just like them in there, plus more saucy veggies! I listed carrots as optional.

It is important to use fresh paprika in this recipe, not one that’s been sitting in the pantry for a year or more. It is where all the flavor comes from and you don’t want a dull taste. I also recommend Hungarian paprika for the best deep flavor. The sweet Hungarian paprika will make a less spicy dish.

Regular paprika can be substituted if you’re out the Hungarian Paprika. While not quite as flavorful, the dish still comes out tasting decent. It is what I used my first time.

You can use frozen or fresh boneless chicken thighs. I use the frozen for this type of dish. They last longer in the fridge and I can pull some out whenever I need them. I think thighs are more tender and flavorful, but you can also use boneless, skinless chicken breasts and bone-in chicken pieces of either. If cooking bone-in chicken pieces, increase the pressure cooking time to 15-18 minutes.

Be sure to use chicken stock, not broth. The chicken stock has a much richer, fuller taste and adds better flavor.

Be sure not to add the sour cream until the end. Cooking the sour cream may cause the sauce to curdle. Stir it in at the very end after the heat is off for a nice creamy texture.

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• Low Sodium Chicken Bruschetta
• Low Sodium Savory Honey Baked Chicken Thighs
• Savory Indian Low Sodium Buttered Chicken
• Low Sodium Creamy Garlic Chicken Breast

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MY INSTANT POT

To make this awesome Instant Pot Low Sodium Meal I used my 6 quart Instant Pot LUX60V3 6 in 1*. The Instant Pot multi-cooker, combines 6 kitchen appliances in one, pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, sauté, steamer, and warmer. This Instant Pot is one of the very few appliances that stay on my counter since I use several times a week. It’s super easy to use and clean.

As always, please let me know how you like this recipe in the comments! I get motivated when I hear from you and interested to learn about how you liked and served your Low Sodium Chicken Paprika. So please, leave a comment or rating and share any tips you might have. You can follow me on Facebook and Pinterest also, for new recipes.

Nutrition Information – The information shown is provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be substituted for a doctor’s or nutritionist’s advice. Please understand that not everyone’s sodium requirements are the same, therefore some recipes may be higher than you’re allowed. Always consult with your doctor for your recommended daily sodium allowance.