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Spanish Chicken

Name: Spanish Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 8 Chicken Thighs; 3 sliced thinly Onion; 2 teaspoons Paprika; Zest and juice of 1 Lemon; Handful Parsley; 150ml Chicken Stock; 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Spanish Chicken is a classic Spanish dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Chicken Thighs, Onion, Paprika, Lemon, Parsley and Chicken Stock, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. True to traditional Spanish cooking, the dish focuses on steeped in smoky pimentón, delicate saffron, and extra-virgin olive oil.

In authentic Spanish tradition, Spanish Chicken is best presented served family-style with crusty bread and lemon halves.

If you enjoy authentic Spanish cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Chicken & Chorizo Rice Pot.

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Ingredients

Chicken Thighs8
Onion3 sliced thinly
Paprika2 teaspoons
LemonZest and juice of 1
ParsleyHandful
Chicken Stock150ml
Olive Oil1 tablespoon

Step-by-Step Instructions

5 steps

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Step 1

Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5.

Step 2

Put all the ingredients into a large, wide ovenproof dish.

Step 3🥄 Mix

Mix everything together with your hands and season.

Step 4🥧 Bake⏱️ 45 mins

Bake for 45 mins, stirring the onions after 20 mins, until the chicken is golden and the onions tender.

Step 5✨ Serve

Serve with rice.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Spanish Chicken reflects the timeless heritage of traditional Spanish home cooking, steeped in smoky pimentón, delicate saffron, and extra-virgin olive oil. Prepared for generations for family gatherings and celebrations, it represents the heart of regional culinary identity.

Dietary Substitutions

To substitute whole eggs in baking, unsweetened applesauce, mashed banana, or a commercial egg replacer can work smoothly depending on whether the recipe is sweet or savory.

Chef Technique Tips

Resist the urge to open the oven door during the first two-thirds of the baking cycle. Opening the door vents trapped heat and steam, which can cause delicate baked goods to deflate or lose their rise.

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