Chicken with Bell Peppers, Smoked Ham, and Paprika

A hearty Spanish-inspired dish combining tender chicken with colorful bell peppers, smoky ham, and the rich flavor of paprika. The vegetables and ham are sautéed until tender and served in a flavorful chicken broth.

4 servings
45 min

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • pound chicken
  • 2 large red bell peppers
  • 2 medium onions
  • 2 cups smoked ham steak
  • cups low-salt chicken broth
  • ¼ cup fresh Italian parsley

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat oil in heavy wide pot over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; add to pot. Cook until browned, about 6 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to bowl. Increase heat to high. Add next 3 ingredients and 1/2 teaspoon paprika to drippings in pot; sauté until vegetables are soft and light brown, about 8 minutes. Return chicken to pot; add broth. Sprinkle chicken with remaining 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10 minutes. Uncover; simmer until chicken is tender, about 10 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle parsley over; serve.

    45 min