Chicken Paprika Stew with Perogies — A Cozy Recipe and Blogging Collaboration

Last week I mentioned how excited I am to be collaborating with a wonderful group of bloggers at Sweet Tea and Saving Grace. For a while I’d been hoping to connect with other writers and creators — to learn from them, be inspired, and form supportive friendships. Living on a Canadian island can feel a bit isolated when many of the big blogging events and meetups are south of the border. Finding this team has been such a blessing; even though we’re just getting started, the encouragement and camaraderie have been amazing.

This Sweet TeaM of talented women has been generous with their time and ideas. I thought it would be fun to introduce you to my new friends and share some of the recipes they offered for this series. I asked on Facebook if anyone would contribute, and the responses made my mouth water all day!

Today’s recipe comes from Sarah at Becoming Martha. I loved learning more about her; she also lives in Canada, but on the opposite coast from me. She’s a mom to two delightful little girls, enjoys crafting and creating, and — like me — isn’t especially fond of spending hours in the kitchen. Still, she manages to put together comforting, family-friendly meals that are simple and satisfying.

I tried Sarah’s Chicken Paprika Stew with Perogies the day she shared the link. The dish looked irresistible and lived up to expectations. It’s a cozy, flavorful meal that works especially well in cooler weather. The addition of perogies on top gives it a playful, comforting twist that makes the stew feel hearty and homey.

The recipe is straightforward, and I found it adaptable. The original instructions didn’t specify precisely when to add the chicken, so I added mine at the same time as the crushed tomatoes and let everything simmer together. That method worked well: the chicken became tender and infused with the paprika-scented sauce. I also added a bit more broth to make the stew a little soupier, which suited our family’s preferences. It’s one of those recipes that invites small tweaks — more broth for a saucier result, extra paprika or smoked paprika for deeper flavor, or a splash of cream to soften and enrich the sauce.

If you’re short on time or prefer a hands-off approach, this stew would be ideal for a slow cooker. Let it simmer all day and add the perogies near the end so they don’t overcook. Perogies add a satisfying starch and texture contrast — golden on top, soft inside — making the dish feel like a complete, comforting meal.

For serving suggestions, we enjoyed the stew with a simple green salad and crusty bread to soak up the sauce, but it’s also lovely on its own. Leftovers reheated nicely the next day; flavors often deepen overnight, making it even better as a make-ahead meal. If you want to stretch the stew, add extra vegetables such as sliced carrots, mushrooms, or bell peppers when you’re simmering the base.

This recipe is a great example of simple, family-friendly cooking that doesn’t require complicated steps or obscure ingredients. It’s comforting, adaptable, and perfect for cooler evenings when you want something warm and satisfying on the table.

For the full recipe and complete instructions, visit Sarah’s original post on her blog: Chicken Paprika Stew with Perogies. Try it as written the first time, then feel free to make it your own with extra broth, spices, or vegetables to suit your family’s taste.

Joining this Sweet TeaM has reminded me how valuable connection and collaboration are in the blogging world. Sharing recipes like this one — real, approachable meals that bring people together — is exactly what I hoped to find when I began looking for fellow bloggers to team up with. I can’t wait to share more recipes, tips, and stories from these talented women in future posts.