Chicken With Chorizo And Butter Beans Recipe

Name: Chicken With Chorizo And Butter Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken pieces (drumsticks and thighs are good); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 100 g raw chorizo sausage, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 bunch parsley, chopped; 300 g chopped tomatoes; 400 g butter beans; 1 sprig thyme; 1 bay leaf; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

4 chicken pieces (drumsticks and thighs are good)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
100 g raw chorizo sausage, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 bunch parsley, chopped
300 g chopped tomatoes
400 g butter beans
1 sprig thyme
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper

1
Sprinkle the chicken with the smoked paprika, then heat the oil in a heavy casserole and brown the meat all over.
2
Lift out the chicken and add the chorizo to the pan.
3
When the oil starts to come out of the chorizo, add the onion and cook over a low heat for about 5 minutes.
4
Add the garlic and a tablespoon of parsley.
5
Cover and cook gently for another 10 minutes.
6
Add the tomatoes and beans and give it a stir.
7
Add a little water if the mixture is a bit thick.
8
Return the chicken to the pot, along with the thyme and bayleaf.
9
Turn up the heat and bring up to a simmer.
10
Lower the heat to its lowest setting, cover the pot and let it bubble away gently for 30 minutes or so.
11
Remove the lid and simmer for another 15 minutes, until the sauce is thick and rich.
12
Stir in a generous pinch of parsley and serve with warm crusty bread and a salad.

955

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken pieces (drumsticks and thighs are good), 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 100 g raw chorizo sausage, cut into bite-sized pieces, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Chorizo And Butter Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken With Chorizo And Butter Beans

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