Spanish Chicken Drumsticks Stew
A comforting and hearty stew featuring juicy chicken pieces simmered with colorful vegetables, aromatic spices, and olives, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks Provides tender and juicy meat.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt For seasoning.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For seasoning.
- 2 teaspoons sazon seasoning Adds flavor.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano For herbal flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped For base flavor.
- 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped For color and flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced For aromatic flavor.
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika For smoky flavor.
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste For richness.
- 1 cup tomato sauce For base of the stew.
- 2 cups chicken broth For cooking liquid.
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved Adds substance.
- 1 cup pimento-stuffed olives For briny flavor.
- 2 bay leaves bay leaves For flavoring.
- 1 bunch parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation and Searing
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Season the chicken thighs or drumsticks generously with sazon seasoning, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the seasoned chicken to the pan and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Cooking the Stew
- In the same pan, add the chopped yellow onion and green bell pepper, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and stir for an additional minute.
- Mix in the tomato paste and smoked paprika, stirring well.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Return the browned chicken to the pan alongside halved baby potatoes, olives, bay leaves, and parsley.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover slightly ajar, and cook for 25-30 minutes until chicken is tender.
Serving
- Remove the stew from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with extra chopped parsley and serve warm.
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Notes
For best results, season chicken in advance and consider marinating. Don't skip the parsley for freshness.