Instant Pot New World Chicken Paprikash

Set instant pot to SAUTE function. Add bacon. Remove bacon when nearly cooked/crispy.

Remove bacon. Keep bacon grease in pot. Add cubed chicken. Cook until golden brown. Remove from pot, remove liquid and save for further step

Keep instant pot on SAUTE. Add oil. Add mushrooms, celery, pepper, onion. Saute 10 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning.

Add parika and garlic. Cook 4 minutes. Stir constantly! Make sure garlic does not burn.

Mince reserved bacon. Add to pot with cooked chicken, reserved chicken liquid, and chicken stock. Add to pressure cooker.

Add diced tomatoes. Saute another 3 minutes. Keep stirring.

Cover instant pot, set to pressure cook for 25 minutes. Slowly release pressure. Then cover.

Mix cream, sour cream, and flour in a mixing bowl. Wisk it in a seperate bowl with some liquid from instant pot thoroughly so no clumps are seen.

Slowly stir in flour/cream/liquid mixture. Stir well.

Let sit and thicken for about 20 minutes, covered.

Add dried dill. Mix well.

Serve over pasta of your choice: i prefer Spaetzle or mini shells. Anything works at this point.