Description
This One Pot Spanish Chickpea Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, hearty chickpeas, and vibrant spices, all cooked in one pot for a hassle-free meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in the smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and chickpeas, stirring to combine.
- Return the chicken to the pot, bring to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 32 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 32 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams