This Spanish Chicken is a comforting, hands-off meal that delivers deep, savory flavors with minimal effort. The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it simmers for hours in a slow cooker, infused with the earthy warmth of paprika, the acidity of tomato paste, and the subtle malt notes of beer. Briny stuffed olives add a necessary salty contrast to the rich sauce. It’s the perfect dish for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and satisfying without standing over the stove. Serve this aromatic chicken over fluffy rice or noodles to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce. ItâÂÂs a family-friendly favorite that tastes like it took all day to prepare.
Spanish Chicken
Description
This Spanish Chicken is a comforting, hands-off meal that delivers deep, savory flavors with minimal effort. The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it simmers for hours in a slow cooker, infused with the earthy warmth of paprika, the acidity of tomato paste, and the subtle malt notes of beer. Briny stuffed olives add a necessary salty contrast to the rich sauce. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect dish for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and satisfying without standing over the stove. Serve this aromatic chicken over fluffy rice or noodles to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce. ItâÂÂs a family-friendly favorite that tastes like it took all day to prepare.Ingredients
Directions
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Season the washed and cut chicken pieces generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic salt if desired.
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Place the seasoned chicken pieces in the bottom of a slow cooker.
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In a bowl, whisk together the tomato paste and beer (or white wine) until smooth and well combined.
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Pour the tomato and beer mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
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Add the stuffed olives along with their liquid to the slow cooker.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Serve the hot chicken and sauce over rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 813.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 40.9g63%
- Saturated Fat 11.2g56%
- Cholesterol 303.0mg101%
- Sodium 279.2mg12%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 91.9g184%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
If you prefer not to use alcohol, substitute the beer or wine with an equal amount of chicken broth. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
This recipe can be doubled safely for a 5-quart slow cooker if you need to feed a larger crowd.
The sauce is rich and savory; serving it over plain white rice, egg noodles, or crusty bread helps balance the flavors and soaks up the delicious juices.
