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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Slow Cooker

    Slow Cooker Spanish Chicken

    Published: Jan 18, 2020 · Modified: Jul 20, 2020 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free

    This is a really simple, but flavour packed slow cooker recipe. Delicious tender bites of chicken that are loaded with all the flavours of the Mediterranean. This Slow Cooker Spanish Chicken has a slightly salty and smoky tomato sauce, and it makes delicious comfort food.

    Spanish Chicken on a bed of mashed potato on a blue plate

    We are firm believers that slow cooker food can be fresh and vibrant and it doesn't have to be all heavy stews. This dish is loaded with veggies, light and fresh, but still really comforting.

    Full of all your favourite Mediterranean flavours like chorizo, olives, paprika and peppers, this dish really is a taste sensation. Easy enough for a weeknight meal, but also impressive enough to serve up at a dinner party.

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    • Why you will love it
    • Step by step
    • What vegetables can be added?
    • What goes into this?
    • What to serve with it
    • FAQs
    • Extra tips
    • More chicken recipes
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    Why you will love it

    • Just 450 calories a portion
    • A new way to cook with chicken
    • Very little prep required
    • Lots of different ways to serve it
    • Freezes well

    Think of those delicious chicken and chorizo dishes that you love at tapas restaurants, well this is all of those flavours but in a simple slow cooker dish. Just a little bit of prep to brown the chorizo and chicken (totally worth this step, but not essential) and you have a delicious protein packed meal.

    Step by step

    One: Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat. Add the chicken and chorizo and cook until browned.

    A frying pan containing chunks of chicken and slices of chorizo

    Two: Prepare the vegetables.

    A wooden chopping board with chopped onion, red and yellow pepper, green olives and minced garlic

    Three: Add the cooked chicken and chorizo to your slow cooker.

    A slow cooker pot containing cooked chicken chunks and sliced chorizo

    Four: Put all of the chopped vegetables to the slow cooker.

    A slow cooker pot containing chicken, chorizo and chopped vegetables

    Five: Add the rest of the ingredients.

    A slow cooker pot containing chicken, chorizo, chopped vegetables, tomatoes, stock and herbs

    Six: Mix well and cook on low for 6 hours.

    A slow cooker pot containing chicken, chorizo, chopped vegetables, tomatoes, stock and herbs all mixed together

    What vegetables can be added?

    We added some celery, onion, bell pepper and roasted red pepper to keep it nice and simple, however you could add many different vegetables.

    Sometimes we stir in some frozen peas and jarred artichokes about 20 minutes before serving and that adds a pot of colour.

    What goes into this?

    Chicken - We used chunks of chicken breasts, however you could use chicken thighs or legs instead. Just be aware that cooking times could vary.

    Chorizo - You want to buy the long ring type chorizo and cut it in to chunks, as the slices of sandwich type chorizo wouldn't work in this recipe.

    Onion - We used red onion, however you could use a regular white onion or even some chopped shallots to make it a little sweeter.

    Olives - Make sure to use pitted olives to make it easier to eat. We used a mixture of green, black and kalamata, however any would work.

    Roasted Red Peppers - You could roast your own, but we used a jar to save some time. You could use chopped red bell pepper instead, but it wouldn't have the same intense flavour.

    Herbs and Spices - We made our own Spanish blend, however you could buy a packet mix to save some time.

    Chicken, chorizo, olives, peppers and beans in a tomato sauce on top of mashed potato

    What to serve with it

    You can serve it with any kind of grain, like rice or cous cous, or with mashed potato. We have also used leftovers on nachos before, and I would definitely recommend that. But what really gives this an extra Spanish vibe is serving it with some roasted paprika potatoes.

    You could always add a few chopped up new potatoes to the slow cooker at the same time as everything else and just eat it like that, rather than having to serve it with anything.

    Sometimes we just have a big bowl and then use some chunks of crusty baguette to scoop everything up. It all gets a bit messy, but it's total comfort food.

    Slow Cooker Chicken and Chorizo on a plate with mashed potato

    FAQs

    Can this be cooked in the oven?

    If you don't have a slow cooker, then you could bake this in the oven instead. Simply swap the tinned tomatoes for some cherry tomatoes and cook at 200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6 for 50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

    Can it be frozen?

    This is a great meal to batch cook and freeze. It will keep in the fridge for around 2 days, or you can portion it out and keep it in the freezer for 2-3 months. Make sure it is fully defrosted and then add it to a pan with a little oil and gently heat until warmed through.

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    Extra tips

    • Add some extra protein to this dish with a can of drained chickpeas.
    • A little bit of feta is great on top of this, as it adds some extra saltiness.
    • Serve with any kind of grain or some mashed potato. The leftovers are delicious on a crispy baked potato too.

    More chicken recipes

    • Slow Cooker Whole Chicken
    • Slow Cooker Moroccan Chicken
    • Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Curry
    • Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken

    If you’ve tried this Spanish chicken recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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    Recipe

    Slow Cooker Spanish Chicken on a blue plate with a fork and spoon

    Slow Cooker Spanish Chicken

    Fill your kitchen with the smells of the warm Mediterranean with this Spanish Chicken. It's really fragrant and light, but hearty at the same time.
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    4.69 from 41 votes
    Author: Dannii
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Spanish
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 hours
    Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
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    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 450kcal
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    Ingredients

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    • 100 g Chorizo - sliced
    • 800 g Chicken breast - chopped into chunks
    • 1 Onion - diced
    • 1 Red bell pepper - diced
    • 1 Yellow bell pepper - diced
    • 3 Garlic clove - crushed
    • 70 g Olives - halved
    • 100 ml Vegetable stock
    • 400 g Peeled plum tomatoes - canned
    • 240 g Cannellini beans - (drained weight)
    • 2 teaspoon paprika
    • 2 teaspoon thyme
    • 2 tablespoon Tomato puree
    • 100 ml white wine - (optional; if not using, add more stock)
    • 1 tablespoon Olive oil

    Instructions

    • Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat. Add the chicken and chorizo and cook until browned.
    • Prepare the vegetables.
    • Add the cooked chicken and chorizo to your slow cooker.
    • Put all of the chopped vegetables to the slow cooker.
    • Add the rest of the ingredients.
    • Mix well and cook on low for 6 hours.

    Notes

    • Add some extra protein to this dish with a can of drained chickpeas.
    • A little bit of feta is great on top of this, as it adds some extra saltiness.
    • Serve with any kind of grain or some mashed potato. The leftovers are delicious on a crispy baked potato too.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 1045mg | Potassium: 1249mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2795IU | Vitamin C: 118mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 4mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jocelyn

      February 02, 2021 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      So yummy, served it with polenta worked so well together
      Such an easy and super tasty

      Reply
    2. Nadia

      April 24, 2020 at 7:53 pm

      5 stars
      OMG, thank you so much, this is the tastiest dish I've had for a long time, absolutely loved it, it tasted truly amazing!

      Reply
      • Dannii

        April 24, 2020 at 8:01 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it. It is one of our favourites too.

        Reply
    3. Kelly

      March 30, 2020 at 6:15 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious! Used orzo pasta as didnt have enough rice and it worked really well

      Reply
      • Dannii

        March 30, 2020 at 8:51 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it!

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    4. Olwen

      January 20, 2020 at 9:07 am

      5 stars
      Made this last night. Delicious and so easy. Plenty left for tonight too. Rice last night, maybe just crusty bread tonight. More slow cooker recipes please

      Reply
      • Dannii

        January 21, 2020 at 9:59 am

        So glad you enjoyed it. We have a slow cooker book on sale called The Healthy Slow Cooker: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Healthy-Slow-Cooker-Delicious-nutritious/dp/147214046X/ref=pd_ybh_a_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ZTEBM6XMCPH26N2RAKC6

        Reply
    5. Tisha

      January 20, 2020 at 12:23 am

      5 stars
      So many great flavors. Love a good slow cooker meal!

      Reply
    6. Alison

      January 20, 2020 at 12:22 am

      5 stars
      Love all the intermingling of veggies and spices in this dish. Delish!

      Reply
    7. Elaine

      January 19, 2020 at 10:42 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe to make ahead and freeze for busy days. Love all those Mediterranean flavours!

      Reply
    8. Sally @ Savory With Soul

      January 19, 2020 at 9:16 pm

      5 stars
      I agree with Peter - not a fan of olives - but chopping them up is the way to go, and they really add to the flavor of this delicious recipe! Love how tender the chicken turns out. All in all - a keeper! Thanks!

      Reply
    9. Alice | SkinnySpatula

      January 19, 2020 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      So easy to make and I bet it's full of flavour too. For some reason, it reminds me of summer (maybe because of the mention of the Mediterranean)? I'm definitely making it this week.

      Reply
      • Catherine

        July 19, 2020 at 7:54 pm

        Really enjoyed this, thank you! Just wondering, is it meant to be 2 tbsp of thyme, or 2 tsp? 2 tbsp seemed too much for our tastes so I cut it down, but curious to know what you intended. :)

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        • Dannii

          July 20, 2020 at 7:35 am

          So glad you enjoyed it. Yes, sorry, it is 2 tsp.

          Reply
    10. Irina

      January 19, 2020 at 8:57 pm

      5 stars
      It is something new to try. Spanish variation of lovely chicken meal:)

      Reply
    11. thisiswholesome

      January 19, 2020 at 7:24 pm

      I love the fact that you can make extra portions and freeze it!

      Reply
    12. Peter

      January 19, 2020 at 3:40 pm

      5 stars
      I am not the biggest fan of olives, however, in a recipe like this, I was able to make an exception. The olives add a hint of saltiness, while also absorbing the flavors from the sauce. If you're like me with an aversion to olives, it helps to rough chop! Overall, great recipe!

      My go to for serving is couscous :D But you're right, this sounds like it can go with any kind of carb!

      Reply
    13. Jas @ All that's Jas

      January 19, 2020 at 3:11 pm

      5 stars
      I love everything about this dish! The peppers and olives really give the chicken a wonderful flavor. Thakns for the recipe!

      Reply
    14. Whitney

      January 19, 2020 at 2:50 pm

      5 stars
      I am always looking for new slow cooker recipes! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    15. Danielle

      January 19, 2020 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      Fantastic chicken recipe that is definitely a must-try! That closeup made me sooo hungry! :-)

      Reply
    16. Traci

      January 18, 2020 at 7:52 pm

      5 stars
      I am crazy about this scrumptious chicken dish. Another classic for the collection...thank you!

      Reply
    17. David

      January 18, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      always looking for new healthy recipes to make in the slow cooker -- not to mention new chicken recipes! Yum, pinned.

      Reply
    18. Katie

      January 18, 2020 at 7:34 pm

      5 stars
      Made this for the family and it was a hit!

      Reply
    19. Emily Liao

      January 18, 2020 at 6:40 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! This slow cooker chicken is so delicious, especially with all the vegetables. This is definitely going on my list for next week!

      Reply

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