Best 5 Chicken Chorizo And Chickpeas Recipes

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Chicken chorizo and chickpeas is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is both easy to make and packed with protein. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight meal or a hearty dish to serve at a party, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. The combination of smoky chorizo, tender chicken, and creamy chickpeas creates a dish that is both satisfying and flavorful. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken or chorizo.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

RED WINE-BRAISED CHICKEN WITH CHORIZO AND CHICKPEAS



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Crispy bits of chorizo, tender chickpeas, and a splash of Sherry vinegar give this simple weeknight braise a decidedly Spanish vibe and hearty bite.

Provided by Mindy Fox

Categories     Chicken     Braise     Red Wine     Chickpea     Sausage

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds), trimmed
1 teaspoon olive oil
6 ounces dried Spanish chorizo, casing removed, halved lengthwise, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick half-moons
1 (15.5-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon Sherry vinegar
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley, divided

Steps:

  • Place raisins in a small bowl; cover with hot water. Set aside.
  • Mix cumin, paprika, 1 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. cayenne in another small bowl. Pat chicken dry and rub all over with spice mixture.
  • Heat oil in a 5-7-qt. Dutch oven or large wide saucepan over medium-high. Add chorizo and cook, stirring frequently, until crisp, 5-8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix chickpeas, orange zest, remaining 3/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of cayenne in a medium bowl.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer chorizo to chickpea mixture; stir to combine. Drain all but 2 Tbsp. fat from pan, then return to medium-high heat. Cook chicken, skin side down, until well-browned, 12-14 minutes. Transfer to a plate skin side up. Add onion to pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add wine and broth. Bring to a boil, nestle chicken skin side up into onions in pan. Lower heat to medium, cover, and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, drain raisins and stir into chorizo mixture.
  • Stir chorizo mixture and Sherry vinegar into chicken mixture. Cook, uncovered, until heated through, about 1 minute. Stir in 1/3 cup parsley, then divide among 4 plates. Top with remaining 1 Tbsp. parsley and serve.

SPANISH CHICKEN WITH CHORIZO AND CHICKPEAS



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Make and share this Spanish Chicken With Chorizo and Chickpeas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jenpalombi

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

14 1/2 ounces can diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons sherry wine vinegar
1 pinch saffron thread
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1-1/2 lb. total)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lb chorizo sausage, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3 large garlic cloves, smashed
15 ounces can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Purée the tomatoes and their juices, the vinegar, saffron, and 1/2 cup water in a blender or food processor. Season the chicken with 1 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, dredge the chicken in the flour, and shake off any excess.
  • Heat 1-1/2 Tbs. of the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering hot. Add the chicken and cook without touching until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook until the other sides brown, 2 minutes more. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add the remaining 1 Tbs. oil to the pan and then add the chorizo and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until they start to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomato purée, chickpeas, and thyme and bring to a boil. Add the chicken, nestling it into the sauce. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove the garlic cloves before serving, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646, Fat 34.8, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 125.5, Sodium 1162.4, Carbohydrate 36.2, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 45.9

CHICKEN, CHORIZO, AND CHICKPEAS



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A lovely, Spanish-inspired dish with just a kick of chile. Serve with my Smoked Paprika Potato Wedges for a yummy meal.

Provided by jellichick

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (4 ounce) package sliced chorizo, slices halved
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, crushed
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add chorizo; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes, without browning. Pour in sherry and mix well, scraping up any bits of chicken stuck to the bottom of the skillet.
  • Add chickpeas, tomatoes, cumin, and hot sauce to the skillet. Stir well, cover, and allow to simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 798.7 calories, Carbohydrate 57.4 g, Cholesterol 114.5 mg, Fat 41 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 49.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1468.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI WITH CHICKPEAS AND CHORIZO



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Chicken     Healthy

Yield 6 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 Tbsp. Olive Oil (to be divided)
6-8" segment chicken chorizo uncooked casing removed (if using cooked slice into thin segments and add with chickpeas)
1.5lbs. skinless bonless chicken breasts
3/4 tsp salt
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves minced or pressed
2 tsp. cumin
2 chipotle peppers chopped and seeded (this will make it spicy, if you dont like spice only add one)
1/4 cup salsa
1 can diced no salt added tomatoes
2 cans chickpeas rinsed well and drained
2 cups great northern beans well rinsed and drained
1/2 cup washed dried and chopped cilantro (or parsley for different flavour)
Low Sodium reduced fat chicken broth (.5 cup... or more if making a soupy stew)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat slowcooker to medium high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil. Add chorizo in managable sized chunks and brown. Remove chorizo with slotted spoon and place on plate over paper towels to soak up excess oil 2. Add chicken breasts (chorizo should leave some oil in pan but if extra oil is needed add an extra .5 tablespoon or so) brown chicken breasts, remove and place in a pot of boiling water, reduce heat to medim/low and cook at low boil for 12 min. 3. Add remaining oil and once heated add onion and garlic over low heat saute until translucent and tender 4. Add chipotle and cumin and stir 5. When chicken is done cooking remove from pot and cool with cold water, shred chicken. 6. Return chorizo to pot, stir, add chicken and salsa 7. Add rinsed chickpeas, great northern beans, tomatoes, desired amount of broth, half of reserved cilantro (or parsley)cover and simmer 1 hour on low. 8. Add remaining cilantro and salt and pepper to taste Nutrition Info per serving (approximate): 248 calories; 34g. protein; 2g. fat; 0.5g. saturated fat; 22.4g. carbohydrates; 5g. fiber; 76mg. calcium; 118mg. sodium

SPANISH CHICKEN WITH CHICKPEAS AND CHORIZO



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Categories     Chicken     Dinner

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

14 oz can diced tomatoes
2 tsp sherry vinegar
Pinch saffron threads
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 tbs olive oil
1/2 lb chorizo, cut into 1/2 inch dice
3 large cloves garlic, smashed
15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 tbsp fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Puree tomatoes and their juices, the vinegar, saffron, and 1/2 cup water in a blender or food processor. Season the chicken with 1 tsp. black pepper, dredge the chicken in the flour, and shake off any excess. Heat 1 1/2 tbs of the oil in a 12 inch skillet over med-high heat until shimmering hot. Add the chicken and cook without touching until browned, 2 - 3 minutes. Flip and cook until the other side browns, 2 min more. Transfer to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tbs oil to the pan and then add the chorizo and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until they start to brown, 1 - 2 minutes. Add the tomatoe puree, chickpeas, and thyme and bring to a boil. Add the chicken. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover, and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Additional Recommendations for Culinary Excellence

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Conclusion: A Symphony of Flavors and Culinary Delight

The harmonious combination of chicken, chorizo, and chickpeas in this recipe orchestrates a symphony of flavors that will leave taste buds invigorated and craving for more. This delectable dish, effortlessly prepared using pantry staples, is the perfect embodiment of a culinary masterpiece. Embark on this culinary journey and savor the distinct flavors that make this dish a true testament to the culinary artistry of Mexico. Indulge in a culinary experience that will leave you with a longing for seconds and a desire to share this culinary creation with loved ones. ````

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