By Edu Valor / Author - Spanish Chef
When the weather turns chilly and you're craving something warm, hearty, and satisfying, this Spanish chicken and beans recipe is the perfect fit.
It's one of those dishes that makes you feel instantly comforted—like autumn in a bowl.
I like this dish and would enjoy it in spring or summer too.
I won’t pretend to know exactly where in Spain this dish comes from. Some sources point to Andalusia, Castilla-La Mancha, or Extremadura. But honestly, it reminds me more of the northern and central part of Spain, where heartier, warming meals are common during the colder months.
Wherever it's from, this dish hits all the right notes—deep, earthy flavors, simple ingredients, and a satisfying balance of protein, legumes, and vegetables. To me, that’s the sweet spot.
Preparation: 15-20 minutes
Cooking: approx. 30-35 minutes, potatoes fry 8-10 minutes, fresh beans blanching 10-15 minutes,
*Measurements in metric and USA Imperial system. For British/Canadian measurements please use the metric conversion calculator.
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I’ve always appreciated meals that feel “complete”—the ones with a good mix of meat, beans, and some veggies. You often hear advice to eat a varied diet, and this kind of dish makes that easy and natural.
I went looking for a Spanish recipe that checks all those boxes and found this one tucked away in an old Spanish cookbook. I’d never made it before, but it instantly became a favorite.
It's familiar, yet different enough to feel like something special, and if “different” also means “healthy,” all the better.
This is one of those rare dishes that feels both rustic and nourishing. And yes—it's kid-friendly, too. I know beans can be a hard sell with little ones, but blanching them helps make them softer and more palatable. Add the few roasted or pan-fried potatoes on the side, and it suddenly becomes more appealing—even for picky eaters (including grown-up ones).
It’s the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table. Simple, wholesome, and satisfying.
This Spanish chicken and beans recipe stands out because it’s mostly made with whole, natural ingredients—no processed stuff, no fuss. Just straightforward cooking with ingredients that have stood the test of time.
Isn’t that what we’re all looking for, especially when feeding a family? Doctors keep telling us to eat more variety, and dishes like this make it deliciously easy to do just that.
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