Hungarian Chicken Ragout with Peas and Mushrooms

This hearty Hungarian-inspired chicken ragout combines tender pieces of chicken with mushrooms and green peas in a rich, savory paprika sauce. Served alongside buttery macaroni, it makes a comforting family meal that is easy enough for a weekday but satisfying enough for a Sunday dinner.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Ragout

• 1½ lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 1½ cups green peas
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 teaspoon tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
• ½ teaspoon caraway seeds, optional
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

For the Pasta

• 12 oz macaroni
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt, to taste

For Garnish

• Fresh parsley
• Sliced tomato, optional