Mccormick's Spanish Chicken Skillet

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with McCormick's Spanish Chicken Skillet, a one-pan wonder bursting with vibrant Mediterranean-inspired flavors! Tender, golden-browned chicken thighs are nestled in a flavorful bed of aromatic rice, infused with McCormick smoked paprika, ground cumin, and fragrant garlic. This hearty dish features a medley of juicy tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and tender green peas, simmered to perfection in a savory chicken broth. Ready in under an hour, this easy skillet recipe offers minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, making it an ideal choice for families or casual entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a bright, fresh finish that will have everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: Spanish chicken skillet, one-pan dinner, Mediterranean-inspired, McCormick spices, easy weeknight recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 pieces chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon McCormick smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon McCormick ground cumin
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
• 1.5 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup rice, uncooked
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the uncooked rice, making sure it is evenly distributed in the liquid.

Step 8

Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet on top of the rice mixture.

Step 9

Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.

Step 10

In the last 5 minutes of cooking, scatter the frozen peas over the dish and re-cover to allow them to heat through.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Step 12

Serve immediately with optional lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2027.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2519.1

Total Fat 97.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 4232.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 186.9g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 347.1mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 3540.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 30.0%

Carbs: 34.6%