Why Make This Recipe
Kip Goulash is a fantastic dish that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table. It is flavorful and filling, making it perfect for families or gatherings. The combination of chicken, vegetables, and spices creates a delicious sauce that pairs wonderfully with rice or potatoes. Plus, it’s an easy one-pot meal, allowing you to enjoy cooking without the fuss.
How to Make Kip Goulash
Ingredients:
- 1 kg kipfilet (chicken breast)
- 1 knob of butter
- 3 bell peppers (color of your choice)
- 250 grams mushrooms
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 2 onions
- 1 red chili pepper
- 3 bay leaves
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 400 grams canned tomatoes
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 50 ml balsamic vinegar
- 400 ml water
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons paprika powder
- Pepper and salt to taste
Directions:
- Gather necessary kitchen tools: a cutting board, chef’s knife, a casserole pot with a lid, and a wooden spoon.
- Remove the seeds from the peppers and chop them into cubes along with the onions. Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
- Clean and slice the mushrooms.
- Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then coat lightly with flour.
- Heat the butter in a casserole pot over medium heat, brown half of the chicken pieces, remove, and repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Add the chopped onions, peppers, and mushrooms to the pot, cooking until the vegetables start to brown.
- Stir in the paprika powder, garlic, red chili pepper, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds, and sauté for another minute.
- Add the tomato paste, cooking for about 2 minutes.
- Next, add the balsamic vinegar, water, bay leaves, thyme, and canned tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer gently for about 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
- If the sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered until it reduces.
- Serve hot with rice, boiled potatoes, or creamy mashed potatoes.
How to Serve Kip Goulash
Kip Goulash is best served hot. You can dish it out over a bed of fluffy rice or alongside boiled or mashed potatoes. Garnish with some fresh thyme or parsley for a beautiful presentation.
How to Store Kip Goulash
To store leftover Kip Goulash, let it cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, simply reheat it on the stove until hot throughout.
Tips to Make Kip Goulash
- For more depth of flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic vinegar for a few hours before cooking.
- Add extra vegetables like carrots or zucchini for additional nutrition.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chili peppers according to your taste.
Variation
You can switch up the protein by using beef or pork instead of chicken. For a vegetarian option, try using chickpeas or tofu.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen chicken breast?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breast. Just make sure to thaw it completely before cooking.
2. Is it necessary to use fresh thyme?
While fresh thyme adds great flavor, you can use dried thyme as a substitute if that’s what you have.
3. What if I don’t have all the spices?
You can adjust the spices based on what you have. The key flavors are paprika and cumin, but feel free to experiment!
Kip Goulash
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
A comforting and flavorful one-pot dish made with chicken, vegetables, and aromatic spices, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 kg kipfilet (chicken breast)
- 1 knob of butter
- 3 bell peppers (color of your choice)
- 250 grams mushrooms
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 2 onions
- 1 red chili pepper
- 3 bay leaves
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 400 grams canned tomatoes
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 50 ml balsamic vinegar
- 400 ml water
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons paprika powder
- Pepper and salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather necessary kitchen tools: a cutting board, chef’s knife, a casserole pot with a lid, and a wooden spoon.
- Remove the seeds from the peppers and chop them into cubes along with the onions. Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
- Clean and slice the mushrooms.
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then coat lightly with flour.
- Heat the butter in a casserole pot over medium heat, brown half of the chicken pieces, remove, and repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Add the chopped onions, peppers, and mushrooms to the pot, cooking until the vegetables start to brown.
- Stir in the paprika powder, garlic, red chili pepper, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds, and sauté for another minute.
- Add the tomato paste, cooking for about 2 minutes.
- Add the balsamic vinegar, water, bay leaves, thyme, and canned tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer gently for about 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
- If the sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered until it reduces.
- Serve hot with rice, boiled potatoes, or creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
For more depth of flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic vinegar for a few hours before cooking. Adding extra vegetables like carrots or zucchini can enhance nutrition. Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer chili peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg




