Capsicum Tomato and Chorizo Chicken (Printable)
Tender chicken and smoky chorizo with colorful capsicums in a seasoned tomato sauce. An easy Mediterranean-inspired one-pan meal perfect for busy evenings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
02 - 5.3 oz chorizo sausage, sliced
→ Vegetables
03 - 2 large red bell peppers, sliced
04 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 medium brown onion, sliced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
08 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
11 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
13 - 1/4 tsp chili flakes
→ Oils & Garnish
14 - 2 tbsp olive oil
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chorizo and cook 2–3 minutes until it releases oil and begins to crisp. Remove and set aside.
02 - Season chicken chunks lightly with salt and pepper. Add to the same skillet and brown on all sides for 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside with the chorizo.
03 - Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining olive oil, sliced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Add sliced red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
05 - Stir in smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the spices.
06 - Add tomato paste and canned diced tomatoes. Stir thoroughly, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to incorporate the flavorful fond.
07 - Return browned chicken and crisped chorizo to the pan. Stir to combine everything evenly. Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened nicely.
08 - Taste the dish and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle generously with chopped fresh parsley.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Its the kind of meal that makes people linger at the table longer than they planned
- The chorizo does half the work for you, infusing everything with smoky depth
02 -
- Dont skip the step of removing the meats before adding vegetables, or the chorizo will become rubbery
- Let the sauce simmer uncovered, otherwise it never thickens into that luscious consistency
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels before searing, otherwise you end up steaming instead of browning
- Taste the sauce before serving, since chorizo varies in saltiness between brands