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Ingredients
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp hot smoked paprika (pimentón picante)
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh black pepper
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth, low-sodium storebought or homemade
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup canned chopped tomato
- 1 cup large green olives with pimiento, halved
- 1-2 Tbsp sherry vinegar, to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 Tbsp water
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1260g | |
| Calories 834 | |
| Calories from Fat 509 | 61% |
| Total Fat 57.1g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat 8.87g | 35% |
| Trans Fat 0.15g | |
| Cholesterol 116mg | 39% |
| Sodium 3858mg | 161% |
| Potassium 1705mg | 49% |
| Total Carbs 44.87g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.4g | 38% |
| Sugars 15.58g | 10% |
| Protein 43.18g | 69% |
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