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Spanish Chicken in Bravas Sauce

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Spanish Chicken in Bravas Sauce is a rustic, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a smoky, spicy tomato-based sauce inspired by classic patatas bravas. It’s hearty, bold, and perfect with crusty bread, rice, or potatoes.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45–50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Spanish
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/4–1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato passata
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden on both sides, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté onion until soft, about 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in smoked paprika, sweet paprika, and cayenne or chili flakes (if using), toasting spices briefly.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and white wine (if using). Stir and bring to a simmer.
  6. Return chicken to the pan. Cover and cook on low for 20–25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
  7. Uncover for the final 5–10 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly, if desired.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or roasted potatoes.

Notes

  • Add sliced chorizo for extra smokiness and flavor.
  • Stir in olives or capers for a savory briny twist.
  • Use bone-in chicken—just increase cooking time by 10–15 minutes.
  • Swap in hot smoked paprika or extra cayenne for more heat.
  • Let the dish rest—flavors deepen if made ahead and reheated.

Nutrition

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