1 onion, chopped
4 tbsp. shortening
1 tbsp. paprika
1 tsp. black pepper
2 tbsp. salt
4 to 5 lb. chicken, disjointed
1 1/2 c. water
1 pt. sour cream

Brown onion in shortening; add seasonings and the chicken. Brown 10 minutes; add water; cover and let simmer slowly until tender. Remove chicken; add sour cream to drippings in pan and mix well. Add dumplings; arrange chicken on top. Heat through and serve. Serves 4 to 6.

DUMPLINGS:

1 c. flour
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt

Mix all ingredients together and beat with a spoon. Drop batter by teaspoon into boiling water that has been salted. Cook 10 to 12 minutes, drain; Rinse with cold water. Drain well and add to paprika.