Spanish Style Chicken and Rice
A golden one pan rice with chicken, peppers and peas in saffron coloured, smoky paprika stock.
- Time55 mins
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.32 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 and brown the chicken for 6 minutes.
6 min - 2
Add the onion and pepper and cook for 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic, paprika and turmeric for 1 minute.
6 min - 3
Stir in the rice and tomatoes, then pour in the hot water. Bring to a simmer.
- 4
Cook gently without stirring for 20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
20 min - 5
Scatter over the peas, cover and rest off the heat for 5 minutes.
5 min - 6
Top with parsley and lemon wedges.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.