Braised Spanish Chicken and Potatoes

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This flavorful and comforting Braised Spanish Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken, crispy potatoes, and aromatic spices. The chicken is slowly cooked in a rich tomato sauce, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. The addition of paprika, garlic, and onions adds depth and complexity to this traditional Spanish dish. Serve it with crusty bread or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

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Braised spanish chicken and potatoes recipe details

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Hearty potato and chicken dish that’s done in just over an hour.
Ready in: 1 hour

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 skin-on, bone-in chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper
• 1 onion, pureed
• 1 red bell pepper, pureed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 pound baby red potatoes, halved
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce

Preparation method

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 45 mins

1. Pour olive oil into a large skillet on medium heat. When oil is hot, add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Brown the outsides, turning frequently; this should take about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet.
2. In same skillet, combine pureed onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, and the bay leaf. Cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes. Then add the potatoes, tomato sauce, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes. Then return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 30 minutes on low.