Mary Berry Chicken And Chorizo Tray Bake​

This hearty Mary Berry Chicken And Chorizo Tray Bake is made with tender chicken thighs, smoky chorizo, new potatoes, red onions, and bell peppers. This recipe creates a savory, vibrant, and deeply flavorful one-pan meal. It’s perfect for a no-fuss weeknight dinner, serves 4 people, and is especially comforting during the cooler autumn months.

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Mary Berry Chicken And Chorizo Tray Bake Ingredients

• 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 200g (7oz) cooking chorizo, sliced
• 500g (1 lb) new potatoes, halved
• 2 red onions, cut into wedges
• 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped
• 1 yellow bell pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

How To Make Mary Berry Chicken And Chorizo Tray Bake

1. Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F, Gas Mark 6). Find a large roasting tin or baking tray.
2. Combine the vegetables and chorizo: Place the new potatoes, red onions, bell peppers, and sliced chorizo into the roasting tin. Add the crushed garlic, olive oil, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper and toss everything together until well coated.
3. Arrange the ingredients: Spread the vegetable and chorizo mixture out in an even layer. This helps everything cook evenly and get nicely roasted.
4. Add the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season them with salt and pepper. Nestle the chicken thighs among the vegetables, making sure the skin is facing up.
5. Bake the tray bake: Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden and crispy. The potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.
6. Garnish and serve: Remove the tray bake from the oven. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Use Chicken Thighs: Chicken thighs have more flavor and fat than chicken breasts, so they stay juicy and tender during roasting and won’t dry out.
• Don’t Crowd the Pan: Spreading the ingredients in a single layer is key. If the pan is too crowded, the vegetables will steam instead of roast, and you won’t get those delicious crispy edges.
• Choose the Right Chorizo: Use a Spanish-style cured or semi-cured cooking chorizo. It releases flavorful, smoky oils as it cooks, which coats all the other ingredients.
• Pat Chicken Skin Dry: For extra crispy skin, make sure to pat the chicken thighs completely dry with a paper towel before seasoning and placing them in the tin.

What To Serve Chicken And Chorizo Tray Bake

This chicken and chorizo tray bake is a complete meal on its own, but it pairs wonderfully with a few simple sides. Serve it with a fresh green salad dressed in a light vinaigrette to cut through the richness. A side of crusty bread is perfect for soaking up the delicious juices from the bottom of the pan. For a heartier meal, it can also be served with a side of steamed green beans or broccoli.

How To Store Chicken And Chorizo Tray Bake Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) until hot to help the chicken skin crisp up again.
• Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this dish, as the potatoes can become grainy and watery upon thawing. The dish is best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated.

Mary Berry Chicken And Chorizo Tray Bake Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 580 kcal
• Total Fat: 35g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 150mg
• Sodium: 750mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 38g

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs? Yes, you can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts. However, you will need to reduce the cooking time. Add the chicken breasts to the tray for only the last 20-25 minutes of baking to prevent them from drying out.
• What if I can’t find cooking chorizo? If you can’t find cooking chorizo, you can use a regular cured Spanish chorizo, but it will release less oil. You could also substitute it with another smoked sausage like andouille.
• Can I add other vegetables to this tray bake? Absolutely! This recipe is very versatile. Feel free to add chunks of courgette (zucchini), cherry tomatoes (add these for the last 15 minutes), or even some fennel wedges for a different flavor profile.

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• Mary Berry Mediterranean Chicken Thighs With Chorizo​ Recipe
• Mary Berry Dijon Chicken Recipe​
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