Spanish beans with chicken & chorizo

• Pinto Beans10½ oz
• Onion1 chopped
• Paprika1 tablespoon
• ThymeSprigs of fresh
• Bay LeavesPinch
• ParsleyBunch
• Chicken Thighs4
• Jersey Royal Potatoes8¾ oz
• Chorizo8¾ oz
• Spinach3½ oz

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the beans for at least 4 hrs or overnight in a large bowl with plenty of water to cover.

2. 2

   Next day, rinse and drain, then put in a large heavy based pan with the onion, paprika, herb bundle and chicken.

3. 3

   Pour over enough water or stock to cover, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 45 mins.

4. 4

   Remove the chicken to a plate, then add the potatoes and chorizo to the pan.

5. 5

   Continue cooking for 30 mins until the beans and potatoes are tender.

6. 6

   Discard the skin and bones from the chicken and tear into large chunks.

7. 7

   Return the chicken to the pan with the spinach and simmer for 5 mins.