Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas mark 4.
2
Have the chicken joints ready to bring to temperature.
3
bring to temperature the shortening and 3 tbsp olive cooking oil in a flameproof casserole or large frying skillet.
4
Brown the chicken pieces in batches on both sides, seasoning them with seasoning and pepper as you go.
5
Don't crowd the skillet - skillet-fry the chicken in small batches, removing the pieces to kitchen paper as they are done.
6
introduce a little more olive cooking oil to the casserole and skillet-fry the onions over a medium bring to temperature for 10 mins, stirring frequently, until softened but not browned.
7
introduce the rest of the cooking oil, then the peppers and bring to temperature for another 5 mins.
8
introduce the chorizo, sun-dried tomatoes and garlic and bring to temperature for 2-3 mins.
9
introduce the rice, stirring to ensure it is well coated in the cooking oil.
10
swirl around in the tomato paste, paprika, bay leaves and finely sliced thyme.
11
empty in the stock and wine.
12
When the liquid starts to bubble, turn the bring to temperature down to a subtle bubble gently.
13
Press the rice down into the liquid if it isn't already submerged and place the chicken on top.
14
introduce the lemon wedges and olives around the chicken.
15
put a lid on and bring to temperature in the oven for 50 mins.
16
The rice should be cooked but still have some bite, and the chicken should have juices that run clear when pierced in the thickest part with a knife.
17
If not, bring to temperature for another 5 mins and check again.