Saffron Chicken with Vegetables

Saffron Chicken with Vegetables

Tender saffron-scented chicken thighs braised with tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, and aromatic vegetables in one pan.

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Warm the chicken broth in the saucepan over medium heat until steaming, about 70°C. Remove from the heat, stir in the saffron, and let it steep for 10 minutes.

    Timer: 10 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 250.0 ml Chicken Broth, 0.2 gr Saffron

    Cookware: saucepan

  2. Step 2

    Pat the chicken dry in the mixing bowl. Season it with ⅞ tsp (5 gr) salt, the paprika, and black pepper.

    Ingredients used: 6.0 piece Chicken Thigh, 2.0 gr Ground Black Pepper, 5.0 gr Salt, 3.0 gr Sweet Paprika

    Cookware: mixing bowl

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and brown for about 4 minutes per side, then transfer it back to the bowl.

    Timer: 8 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 15.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Cookware: mixing bowl, skillet, tongs

  4. Step 4

    Add the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook over medium heat until beginning to soften.

    Timer: 5 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 300.0 gr Bell Pepper, 15.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 200.0 gr Onion

    Cookware: skillet, wooden spoon

  5. Step 5

    Stir in the garlic and cook over medium heat until fragrant.

    Timer: 1 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 12.0 gr Garlic

    Cookware: skillet, wooden spoon

  6. Step 6

    Add the zucchini and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until its surface begins to soften.

    Timer: 3 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 300.0 gr Zucchini

    Cookware: skillet, wooden spoon

  7. Step 7

    Stir in the tomato, the remaining ⅝ tsp (4 gr) salt, and the prepared saffron broth. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

    Timer: 5 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 400.0 gr Canned Tomato, 4.0 gr Salt

    Cookware: skillet, wooden spoon

  8. Step 8

    Return the chicken and any collected juices to the skillet. Cover, reduce to low heat, and cook until the chicken reaches 74°C internally.

    Timer: 20 min (fixed)

    Cookware: instant-read thermometer, skillet, tongs

  9. Step 9

    Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, scatter with parsley, and serve.

    Ingredients used: 30.0 ml Lemon Juice, 15.0 gr Parsley

    Cookware: skillet, wooden spoon

Nutrition (Estimated)

Food safety

Caution: high

Keep raw chicken separate from ready-to-eat foods, sanitize contacted surfaces, and cook the thickest piece to at least 74°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Risk factors

  • raw poultry
  • cross-contamination
  • inadequate final cooking temperature