Spanish Chicken, Chorizo and Potato Braise

A hearty Spanish-inspired braise featuring tender chicken thighs, spicy chorizo, and savory potatoes in a rich tomato-based sauce.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs, skin-on
• 200g chorizo, sliced
• 500g potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 400g canned diced tomatoes
• 200ml chicken broth
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat

Add chicken thighs, skin side down, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side

Remove from skillet and set aside

In the same skillet, add sliced chorizo and cook until it starts to release its oils, about 3 minutes

Add diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced red bell pepper to the skillet

Cook until softened, about 5 minutes

Stir in diced potatoes, smoked paprika, and dried oregano

Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally

Add canned diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the skillet

Bring to a simmer

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired