Chicken Paprikash

1 whole chicken or pieces of your choice
1 cup flour
5 TB paprika, divided
3/4 tsp salt, divided
1/4 tsp pepper
2 TB canola oil
1 large chopped onions
4 cup chicken broth
1 cup sour cream (optional)
16 oz spaetzel

In large plastic food bag combine flour, 3 TB paprika, 1/4 tsp salt and
pepper. Add chicken pieces; shake to coat well.In large skillet heat oil over medium heat; add chicken. Cook, turning once, 10-15 minutes or until browned. Remove; set aside. Saute onions until soft. Transfer to a large 5 quart pot. Add chicken. Stir in chicken broth remainder of paprika and salt. Cover bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover again and simmer 1 hour. Always salt and pepper to taste. Add sour cream, if desired. Prepare spaetzel. Serve chicken over spaetzel.
Note: This can be made in a crock pot and cooked all day prior to adding sour cream.

Serves 6