Jul 14 2026
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Spanish Guisado Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Metropolitan Kitchen & Lounge
Time1h 10m
Serves4

Spanish style chicken stewed with spices, carrots, potatoes, celery, served with rice

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasoning

Liquid Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and garlic into small, bite-sized pieces.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sear the Chicken

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, then add them to the pot. Sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

  2. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant. Then add the carrots, potatoes, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 4

    Add Spices

    Sprinkle in the paprika, cumin, and stir well to combine with the vegetables. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

  4. 5

    Build the Stew

    Return the seared chicken to the pot. Add the chicken broth, tomato paste, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.

  5. 6

    Simmer

    Let the stew simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender, and the vegetables are soft.

Serving

  1. 7

    Prepare Rice

    While the stew is simmering, cook the rice according to package instructions.

  2. 8

    Serve the Guisado

    Once the stew is ready, serve it hot over a bed of rice. Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor and presentation.

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