Slow-Cooked Spanish Chicken with Beer and Olives

Spanish Chicken (Crock Pot) Recipe

Recipe Overview:

• Name: Spanish Chicken (Crock Pot)
• Cook Time: 10 hours
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 10 hours 5 minutes
• Description: Make and share this Spanish Chicken (Crock Pot) recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
• Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
• Keywords: Whole Chicken, Chicken, Poultry, Meat
• Aggregated Rating: 5 stars (based on 3 reviews)
• Calories: 370.8 per serving
• Nutritional Information (per serving):
  • Fat: 25.6g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 106.9mg
  • Sodium: 934.6mg
  • Carbohydrates: 7.1g
    • Fiber: 1.8g
    • Sugars: 3.6g
  • Protein: 26.7g

Ingredients:

• 1 whole roasting chicken
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1 cup beer
• Olives (amount to taste)
• Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Season the roasting chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the tomato paste and beer. Mix well until smooth.

3. Assemble the Dish:

   • Place the seasoned chicken in the crock pot.
   • Pour the tomato paste and beer mixture over the chicken.
   • Add olives according to your preference.

4. Cooking:

   • Cover the crock pot with a lid.
   • Cook on LOW for 10 hours or on HIGH for 6 hours. Cooking times may vary depending on your crock pot model and size.

5. Serving:

   • Once cooked, the chicken should be tender and flavorful.
   • Serve the Spanish Chicken over cooked rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.

This Spanish Chicken (Crock Pot) recipe is perfect for a hearty and flavorful meal, where the slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. The combination of spices, tomato paste, beer, and olives creates a rich sauce that complements the tender chicken perfectly. It’s an ideal dish for a comforting family dinner or for entertaining guests with its impressive flavors. Enjoy experimenting with different side dishes or garnishes to make it your own!