MEDITERRANEAN SOLARA CHICKEN
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Solara or "Sun" Chicken is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired chicken dish that brings together the sweet brightness of oranges with the briny depth of olives. This recipe balances bold flavors and rustic charm, creating a savory-sweet combination that’s high in vitamin c. Perfect for a summer dinner or a cozy evening in, Solara Chicken captures the warmth of the sun in every bite.
INGREDIENTS​
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4 chicken legs
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 large onion, sliced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 red peppers, sliced
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 a length chorizo , sliced
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100g pitted green olives
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1 orange sliced
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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200g brown rice
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Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
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Good quality chicken stock
METHOD
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Begin by browning chicken and chorizo in a frying pan in a little oil to crisp up the skin, then move to a separate plate.
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Using the juices from the chicken and additional oil if needed gently fry the onion, then add the garlic and peppers until soften. Add in the cooked chorizo.
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Add in the dry rice and smoked paprika. Mix to coat well, then add 400ml of chicken stock. Leave to get to a gentle simmer.
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Mix and then tuck on top the chicken legs along with the sliced orange and scatter with olives.
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Season: Taste and add sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking.
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Cover and cook on a gentle heat/oven temperature for 45- 1 hour minutes.
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Serve with crisp green lettuce or green beans.
