Low FODMAP Spanish chicken and rice
A golden one pan rice dish with chicken, peppers and smoked paprika, full of Spanish flavour.
- Time55 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £4.58 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a wide, deep pan over a high heat. Brown the chicken for 6 minutes, turning, then lift out onto a plate.
6 min - 2
Fry the peppers in the same pan for 5 minutes. Stir in the paprika and saffron.
5 min - 3
Add the rice and stir for 1 minute so every grain is coated in oil.
- 4
Pour in the hot stock, return the chicken and add the tomatoes. Season, bring to a simmer and cook gently for 15 minutes without stirring.
15 min - 5
Scatter the green beans on top and cook for 8 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is gone.
8 min - 6
Rest off the heat for 5 minutes with a lid on. Serve with parsley and lemon wedges.
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