Ode To Gaita Fores' Chicken Paprika Recipe

Margarita or Gaita Fores is one of the country’s top celebrated restaurateurs and chefs. She is known for introducing the Filipino palate to authentic Italian Cuisine that she has assimilated into our own, acquired through her extensive experience and study of the italian gastronomy. With Cibo, Lusso, Grace Park and her other restaurants making waves in the metro’s social circle, Gaita has truly carved a name for herself.

I am stunned by the simplicity of her dishes and how she managed to recreate authentic italian flavors without scrimping on quality ingredients. Since I really adore Gaita and her marvelous creations, I have searched the net for recipes of her. Not until I chanced upon her on youtube, teaching her favorite comfort food - Chicken Paprika with Sour Cream Sauce. I got so curious that I decided to make the dish the following day. Indeed, Gaita proved be a true talented chef. The dish turned to be really fantastic that my friend’s american boyfriend quipped that it was the best chicken dish he had tasted in his lifetime. It was indeed that good. Surprise your loved ones with this recipe below. I just did a few revisions to make this dish extra special.

Chicken Paprika with Sour Cream Sauce

Chicken Legs and thighs

Season with:

Salt

Pepper

Dried oregano

Smoked spanish paprika

Sauce:

Sour cream

Cooking cream

Dredging mixture:

Flour

Salt

Pepper

Paprika

Melted salted butter

Season the chicken legs and thighs generously with the seasoning ingredients. Marinate for at least an hour. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour paprika mixture and transfer into a baking pan. Pour melted butter generously over the chicken and bake it for 40 minutes in the oven at 250 degrees till crispy.

When the chicken is done, transfer all the pan drippings in a saucepan and combine the sour cream and cooking cream. Simmer and pour over the  chicken. You may sprinkle some paprika on top if you wish and garnish with a sprig of parsley.