Bring the bold flavours of Spain to your kitchen with this comforting one-pan Spanish chicken and spicy rice. Juicy chicken thighs are seasoned with paprika, garlic, and herbs, then oven-roasted on a bed of tomato-infused rice with just the right kick of chilli. Zesty lemon wedges add a fresh twist, and everything cooks together for minimal washing-up and maximum flavour.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
(Serves 4–6)
For the chicken:
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon garlic granules
half a teaspoon ground cumin
half a teaspoon dried oregano
salt and freshly ground black pepper
juice of half a lemon
fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the rice:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red pepper, diced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
half a teaspoon chilli flakes (adjust to taste)
200 grams long grain rice
400 millilitres chicken stock
2 tablespoons tomato purée
juice of half a lemon
lemon wedges (to serve)
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (fan 180) or gas mark 6.
In a bowl, mix the olive oil, paprikas, garlic granules, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Rub this mixture over the chicken thighs and set aside.
In an ovenproof frying pan or casserole dish, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 3 to 4 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté the onion and garlic for 2 minutes. Add the red pepper, smoked paprika, chilli flakes, and tomato purée. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Stir in the rice, then pour in the chicken stock and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Nestle the chicken thighs on top of the rice. Cover the pan with foil and bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, add the lemon wedges, and return to the oven for another 10 to 15 minutes until the rice is fluffy and the chicken is cooked through.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Calories: 485
Protein: 28 grams
Carbohydrates: 38 grams
Fat: 23 grams
Fibre: 3 grams
Salt: 1.2 grams
Absolutely bursting with flavour – the chicken was juicy and the rice had just the right level of heat. A family favourite already!
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