This filling and tasty dish, which draws inspiration from Spanish cooking, is called Healthy Spanish Chicken with Beans. For a true Mediterranean flavor, it is seasoned with paprika, garlic, and herbs and is full of succulent chicken, protein-rich beans, and a variety of colorful veggies. This one-pan meal is full of flavor, easy to make, and nutritional, making it ideal for midweek dinners. For a filling, healthy lunch that everyone will like, serve it with rice or crusty bread.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Four skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- One tablespoon of olive oil
- One tsp of paprika smoked
- One teaspoon of ground cumin
- One teaspoon of salt
- Half a teaspoon black pepper
For the Beans and Sauce
- One tablespoon of olive oil
- One little onion, diced finely
- Three minced garlic cloves
- One sliced red bell pepper
- One can (400g/14 ounce) chopped tomatoes
- One can (400g/14 ounce) Drain and rinse white beans (cannellini or butter beans).
- One tsp of paprika smoked
- Half a teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp optional chili flakes
- One cup of chicken stock
- For garnish, chop some fresh parsley.
Instruction
Prepare the Chicken:
- Combine cumin, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Evenly rub the chicken breasts or thighs with this mixture.
Cook the Chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- The chicken should be golden brown after 4–5 minutes of searing on each side. Later, it will complete cooking, so remove and set away.
Prepare the Sauce:
- If necessary, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet.
- For three to four minutes, or until they are soft, sauté the red bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
- For added zing, add the chili flakes, oregano, and smoky paprika. Cook for one minute.
Add Beans and Tomatoes:
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken stock. Mix thoroughly.
- Add the white beans and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Combine and Finish:
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce.
- Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Serve and Garnish:
- Add some freshly cut parsley as a garnish. Serve hot with rice, a side salad, or crusty toast.
