3 lb. ready to cook chicken
1/2 c. chopped onions
1/4 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. salt
1 c. hot water
3 tsp. paprika
3/4 c. sour cream

Wash chicken and cut into pieces and set aside. Saute onions in shortening for 3 minutes. Rub salt and pepper on chicken. Add to onions and shortening mixture. Brown over (moderate) heat, all sides. Add water, cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes or until chicken is tender.

Stir in paprika 10 minutes before cooking time is up. Add sour cream to pan drippings (heat), DO NOT BOIL. Pour over chicken and serve with noodles or rice (if desire to).