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Cataplana

Cataplana
Portugal
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chorizo or Portuguese sausage, sliced
  • 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into chunks
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients

In a large cataplana or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the sliced chorizo and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.

Cook the Chicken

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the chicken chunks and cook until browned on all sides.

Combine Ingredients

Add the sliced bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine.

Pour in the white wine and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.

Return the cooked chorizo to the pot and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cook the Shrimp

Cover the pot and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors are well combined.

Add the shrimp and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Serve

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Enjoy your meal!