Description
Savor the rich flavors of Spanish chicken, a culinary journey through Spain’s vibrant gastronomy. Juicy chicken, aromatic spices, and bold ingredients create a memorable Mediterranean-inspired feast you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 6 chicken thighs
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 0.25 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Other Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) vegetable or canola oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) uncooked white rice
- 2.5 cups (600 milliliters) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 lemon (half juiced, half sliced)
- Chopped cilantro or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine aromatic spices in a small mixing bowl, creating a vibrant seasoning blend.
- Generously coat chicken pieces with olive oil, then thoroughly rub with half of the prepared spice mixture.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer protein to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, pour broth and incorporate remaining seasoning, rice, and tangy lemon juice. Stir ingredients to ensure even distribution.
- Gently place seared chicken atop the rice mixture, allowing flavors to meld. Cover skillet and reduce heat to low, simmering for 20-22 minutes until rice becomes tender and chicken is fully cooked.
- Enhance presentation by garnishing with freshly chopped herbs and bright lemon slices just before serving.
Notes
- Customize spice blend by adjusting heat levels with different peppers or adding smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
- Choose bone-in chicken thighs for extra moisture and richer taste, ensuring juicier results than chicken breasts.
- Create a gluten-free version by using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce and confirming broth is certified gluten-free.
- Elevate presentation by garnishing with toasted pine nuts or quick-pickled red onions for added texture and brightness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 48 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 440 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg