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    Mediterranean Chorizo and Olive Chicken Stew

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    Indulge in the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with this luscious chicken stew, brimming with the bold tastes of chorizo, olives, and peppers. Slow-cooked to perfection, each bite promises tender chicken that effortlessly falls from the bone, ready to be savored with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delightful sauce.

    Ingredients for Mediterranean Chorizo and Olive Chicken Stew

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    Olive Oil

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    Spanish Onion, halved and thinly sliced

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    Chicken Thighs, bone-in, skin removed

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    Chorizo Picante, thickly sliced

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    Mixed Bell Peppers, deseeded and cut into chunks

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    Spanish Pimento-Stuffed Green Olives, pitted, drained

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    Dry White Wine

    0.25 fluid ounces

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    Chicken Stock

    0.25 fluid ounces

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    Tomato Puree

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    How to Make Mediterranean Chorizo and Olive Chicken Stew

    1. Onion Sauté

    In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Spanish onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion turns golden brown. Transfer the sautéed onion to the slow cooker.

    2. Chicken and Chorizo Browning

    Using the same frying pan, brown the chicken thighs and chorizo slices over medium heat until they start to color. You may need to do this in two batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Once browned, add the chicken and chorizo to the slow cooker.

    3. Adding the Mediterranean Touch

    To the slow cooker, add the chunked bell peppers and pitted Spanish olives.

    4. Deglazing and Combining

    Pour the dry white wine, chicken stock, and tomato purée into the frying pan used previously. Stir well to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, then pour this flavorful liquid into the slow cooker.

    5. Slow Cooking to Perfection

    Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on Low for 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Quality Ingredients

    Select fresh, organic chicken, artisanal chorizo, and the best olives you can find for superior taste.

    Slow Cooking

    Allow the stew to cook low and slow, or even better, make it a day ahead for enhanced flavors.

    Chorizo Selection

    Choose Spanish chorizo for its smoky flavor and slice it thickly to ensure its presence in every bite.

    Sofrito Base

    Sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until caramelized for a flavorful foundation.

    Herbs and Spices

    Incorporate fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme and toast spices like smoked paprika to intensify their flavors.


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