Mary Berry Mediterranean Chicken Thighs With Chorizo​ Recipe

This hearty Mary Berry Mediterranean Chicken Thighs with Chorizo is made with juicy chicken thighs, spicy chorizo sausage, sweet cherry tomatoes, cannellini beans, and fragrant oregano. The result is a savory, vibrant, and deeply comforting dish, making for a perfect one-pan main course. This recipe is ideal for a cozy family dinner on a cool October evening, comes together with minimal fuss, and serves 4 people.

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Mary Berry Mediterranean Chicken Thighs With Chorizo Ingredients

• 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 200g (7oz) chorizo sausage, sliced
• 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
• 2 peppers (e.g., one red, one yellow), deseeded and cut into chunks
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 400g (14oz) can of chopped tomatoes
• 400g (14oz) can of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

How To Make Mary Berry Mediterranean Chicken Thighs With Chorizo

1. Prepare the oven and chicken: Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C Fan/Gas 6. Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season them generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Brown the chicken and chorizo: Heat the olive oil in a large, ovenproof casserole dish or high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Remove the chicken and set aside. Add the sliced chorizo to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until it releases its colorful, flavorful oils.
3. Sauté the vegetables: Add the onion wedges and pepper chunks to the pan with the chorizo oils. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften. Stir in the crushed garlic and dried oregano and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
4. Combine the ingredients: Pour the chopped tomatoes into the pan and add the drained cannellini beans. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5. Bake the dish: Nestle the browned chicken thighs back into the dish, skin-side up, on top of the tomato and vegetable mixture. Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, uncovered, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
6. Serve: Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley just before serving. This dish is wonderful served straight from the pan at the table.

Recipe Tips

• Get the Chicken Skin Crispy: Don’t skip the step of searing the chicken skin-side down first. Patting the chicken dry before seasoning also helps to ensure you get a deliciously crisp, golden skin.
• Use Good Quality Chorizo: The chorizo releases a lot of flavorful oil which forms the base of the sauce. Using a good quality Spanish cooking chorizo will make a huge difference to the final taste of the dish.
• Keep the Chicken Skin Up: When you place the chicken back into the pan for baking, make sure the skin is facing up and is not submerged in the sauce. This will keep it from going soft.
• Add a Splash of Wine: For extra depth of flavor, you can add a splash of red or white wine to the pan after cooking the vegetables and let it bubble for a minute before adding the tomatoes.

What To Serve Mediterranean Chicken

This all-in-one traybake is a complete meal on its own, but it’s also delicious with a few simple sides. Serve it with crusty bread or warm ciabatta to mop up the amazing chorizo and tomato sauce. For a more substantial meal, it pairs well with creamy polenta or simple boiled new potatoes. A crisp green salad with a lemon vinaigrette would also be a perfect fresh contrast to the rich flavors.

How To Store Mediterranean Chicken Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Once completely cool, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 180°C/160°C Fan for about 15 minutes or until piping hot.
• Freeze: This dish freezes very well. Transfer the cooled leftovers to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw thoroughly in the refrigerator overnight before reheating as instructed above.

Mary Berry Mediterranean Chicken Thighs With Chorizo Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 620 kcal
• Total Fat: 42g
• Saturated Fat: 13g
• Cholesterol: 190mg
• Sodium: 1100mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 20g
• Dietary Fiber: 7g
• Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 40g

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use boneless, skinless chicken thighs? Yes, you can use boneless, skinless thighs if you prefer. They will cook a little faster, so reduce the baking time by about 5-10 minutes. Sear them as instructed to develop flavor before adding them back to the sauce to bake.
• Is this dish very spicy? The spice level depends on the type of chorizo you use. Spanish chorizo comes in ‘dulce’ (sweet) and ‘picante’ (spicy). For a milder dish, make sure you buy the sweet (dulce) variety.
• Can I add other vegetables to this dish? Certainly. This is a very adaptable recipe. Chunks of courgette (zucchini), aubergine (eggplant), or a handful of olives would all be wonderful additions. Add them to the pan at the same time as the peppers and onions.

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