Extremadura Chicken Bites

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 5
Extremadura Chicken Bites recipe for a healthy and delicious meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 garlic cloves
1 red pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
3 lbs chicken breasts , cut in chunks
1 tablespoon flour
1 onion , chopped
1 carrot , chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon paprika
2 cups white wine
2 cups chicken stock
4 peppercorns
1 teaspoon capers
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
451
Sugar
2g
Fat
27g
Extremadura Chicken Bites is a traditional Spanish dish that's perfect for dinner. The chicken is cooked slowly in a sauce made from vegetables, herbs, and spices until it's tender and juicy. The dish is known for its bold flavors and is a great way to incorporate more protein and nutrients into your diet. Serve with rice or salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.In a food processor, puree garlic and red pepper. Set aside.
3.In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 3 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
4.In the same skillet, add flour, onion, and carrot. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add bay leaf, paprika, wine, chicken stock, peppercorns, capers, and salt. Bring to a boil.
5.Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Pour sauce over chicken. Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
6.Remove cover and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes.

PROS

Extremadura Chicken Bites is a healthy and delicious meal filled with protein and nutrients.

It’s easy to make and great for batch cooking or meal prep.

CONS

This recipe uses a lot of oil which can be high in calories.
It’s important to use in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may take some time to prepare all the ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is high in protein which helps to build and repair muscles.
Garlic has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.
Red pepper is rich in vitamin C which helps to boost the immune system.
Carrots are a good source of vitamin A which helps to support healthy skin and eyesight.

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