Spanish Chicken Bake with Kale and Manzanilla Olives from Spain
This Spanish chicken bake is made with pimiento-stuffed Manzanilla Olives from Spain, chorizo, bell peppers, and kale. Everything bakes together in one delicious pan. Chicken dinner doesn't get any easier or tastier than this!


Why we love this Spanish chicken bake
- We've added a generous amount of delicious Manzanilla Olives from Spain. These guys are buttery and have the most amazing flavor.
- Spanish chorizo. We ā„ you.
- Crispy bits of kale.
- Give it up for a one-pan dinner!
- 15 easy minutes of prep and this pan is ready to go into the oven and cook itself while you pour yourself a glass of wine and congratulate yourself on your pro kitchen skills.
- It's a healthy recipe that's Whole30 and dairy, sugar, and gluten-free.

Why we love Olives from Spain
Olives from Spain are really special and these Spanish Manzanilla Olives are the best I've tried. They have the most beautiful and subtle flavor that's truly delicious. Try putting out a plate at a party; they won't last long. (I've had friends nearly lose their minds when I've shared these with them. They're that good.)
But these little green gems are good for more than snacking on, they're great to cook with. I love adding them to rich chicken dishes, like this chicken and chorizo bake, or this Spanish Chicken and Cauliflower Rice.
We eat a lot of Olives from Spain around here. I love that they're healthy and I can feel good about feeding them to my family. My daughter loves these Spanish Manzanilla but goes CRAZY for Hojiblanca Olives from Spain. 1 out of every two olives eaten in Canada is from Spain and I'm fairly certain that she's responsible for those numbers.

What ingredients are in a Spanish Chicken Bake?
Don't be fooled by the shorter ingredient list. This Spanish chicken tray bake is full of flavor. We accomplish this by using boldly-flavored ingredients.
- Manzanilla Olives from Spain – their flavor works so well in savory chicken recipes like this one.
- Chicken thighs – they are so much more flavorful than chicken breasts and stay juicy even after a long bake in a hot oven.
- Spanish chorizo – a little goes a long way to really boost the flavor.
- Spanish paprika – beautifully smoky.
- Veggies – we're looking at you, onions, garlic, and peppers. You three are tasty.
- Kale – this may not be about flavor, but the kale that's at the top gets crispy and provides a delicious contrast.

What to serve with Spanish Chicken Bake
This is easily a one pot dinner recipe. Two juicy chicken thighs plus a whole heap of veggies is our idea of the perfect meal. But if you'd like a little something extra, these recipes go great with this chicken:
- Crispy Garlic Smashed Red Potatoes
- Boursin Mashed Cauliflower Potatoes
- Roasted Broccolini with Tahini Yogurt
Check out these other recipes using Olives from Spain
- Easy Marinates Olives
- Stuffed Spanish Pork Chops
- Seared Tuna with Spanish Manzanilla Olive Tapenade
- Cheesy Roasted Garlic Olive Dip
- Spanish Breakfast Potatoes with Gordal Olives from Spain

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Favorite Baked Chicken Recipes
- Spanish Chicken and Cauliflower Rice with Olives
- Perfect Baked Chicken Breasts
- Braised Chicken with Tomatoes and Olives
- Bacon Apple Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Brussels
- One Pan Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Asparagus

Spanish Chicken Bake Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pimiento-stuffed Manzanilla Olives from Spain, divided
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 ounces Spanish chorizo, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 red bell peppers, thinly slices
- 1 medium Spanish onion, sliced
- 1 sprig rosemary
- 2 cups torn kale leaves, packed
- 8 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon Spanish paprika
- 1 teaspoon EACH: salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Coarsely chop 1 ½ cups of the Manzanilla Olives from Spain.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 ½ cups of chopped Manzanilla Olives from Spain, the chorizo, garlic, red peppers, onion, and rosemary and cook just until the veggies begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the kale to the skillet and let it wilt.1 tablespoon olive oil, 5 ounces Spanish chorizo, 4 cloves garlic, 2 red bell peppers, 1 medium Spanish onion, 1 sprig rosemary, 2 cups torn kale leaves
- Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them between the veggies. Sprinkle the top of the chicken with the Spanish paprika, salt, and pepper.8 bone-in chicken thighs, 1 tablespoon Spanish paprika, 1 teaspoon EACH: salt and pepper
- Put the skillet into your oven and cook for 40 minutes, or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of Manzanilla Olives from Spain around the skillet and serve right away.
Notes
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Something went wrong. I followed instructions and did not change anything but somehow, I ended up with too much juice in the pan taking out of the oven. So much so that the bell peppers wilted and were too soft. It looked beautiful though and chicken was exactly as the picture, but the rest of it was cooking in its own juice, and it was very tangy. I had to add a lil honey to counter the taste. Maybe my pan was too small? I am not sure what I did wrong any suggestions?
It might have been that your pan was too small so the chicken steamed instead of roasted. Also, some chicken is injected with water to make it appear larger. You know it has water in it if it releases a lot during cooking.
I know the chicken thigh is bone-in. What about the skin? I can’t wait to make this. It has everything I love. Thanks for sharing.
In the pictures, the skin is on the chicken. We love it too much to take it off. But if you’re not a fan you could use skinless. Your choice!
This looks fabulous – Pinned and printed. I’ve got to try this! I would be honored if you shared this at my What’s for Dinner link up! Have a safe and healthy week.
Thanks, Helen!
I’m originally from Spain and this recipe has caught my eye! I don’t have a pan that is large enough can I sautee everything and then put it in a big baking dish?
That will definitely work!
This looks amazing. My husband lived in Spain for a bit so I bet he will really like this. Thanks for scoring me some brownie points. Pinning so I can make soon!
I bet he will love this! Lucky him to live at the source of all the amazing Spanish olives!
Made this for dinner last night and it has easily become a new family favorite dish! Delicious!
That’s fantastic! So happy to hear that your family loved the recipe!
What a delicious dish. I especially love the addition of kale in this dish for a nutritional punch. I will definitely make this again.Ā
That’s wonderful! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe!~
This chicken is delicious, and I love that I can sneak in 2 cups of kale without anyone really noticing. š
Love it! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe!
One-pan dinners are my favorite especially when chorizo is involved. This Spanish chicken bake is full of amazing flavors.
We love them, too! Easy flavorful dinners are our favorite!