This hearty Chicken A La Mallorquina is a flavorful one-pot dish inspired by Spanish cuisine. Tender chicken pieces are browned and then simmered in a rich sauce featuring sweet peppers, ripe tomatoes, salty prosciutto, and aromatic saffron. The combination of earthy herbs, white wine, and chicken stock creates a deep, savory broth that coats the meat beautifully. It’s perfect for family dinners or weekend gatherings, offering a comforting yet sophisticated meal. Serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.
Chicken A La Mallorquina
Description
This hearty Chicken A La Mallorquina is a flavorful one-pot dish inspired by Spanish cuisine. Tender chicken pieces are browned and then simmered in a rich sauce featuring sweet peppers, ripe tomatoes, salty prosciutto, and aromatic saffron. The combination of earthy herbs, white wine, and chicken stock creates a deep, savory broth that coats the meat beautifully. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for family dinners or weekend gatherings, offering a comforting yet sophisticated meal. Serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Prepare the bouquet garni by tying 3-4 sprigs of parsley, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 celery stalk with leaves, and 1/2 tsp dry thyme together in a piece of cheesecloth. Leave the string long enough to tie to the pot handle for easy removal later.
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Pat the chicken pieces dry thoroughly with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
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Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Add chicken pieces in batches, browning them on all sides until golden. Partially cover the pan to help cook through slightly.
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Remove browned chicken pieces to a plate and set aside. Add a little more olive oil to the pan if needed.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and add finely minced onions and 1 tsp minced garlic. Cook until onions are soft and lightly browned.
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Add sliced red and green peppers, saffron, and hot red pepper flakes. Cover and cook until peppers are tender.
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Stir in cubed prosciutto, chopped tomatoes, and tomato paste (if using). Bring to a boil and cook uncovered until most of the tomato juice has evaporated.
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Pour in white wine, add the bouquet garni, and pour in chicken stock. Return the chicken pieces to the pan, nestling them into the sauce.
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Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Remove the bouquet garni. If desired, thicken the sauce with cornstarch mixed with a little wine. Stir in raw shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink.
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Garnish with finely minced parsley. Serve hot with fried French bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 252.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.0g11%
- Saturated Fat 2.0g10%
- Cholesterol 44.5mg15%
- Sodium 44.4mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 34.0g12%
- Dietary Fiber 5.1g21%
- Sugars 28.6g
- Protein 16.6g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.