Modern and Authentic Spanish Main Meal Recipes

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a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Seafood Soup

Sopa de Mariscos

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs

With Chorizo and Veggies

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Spinach and Chickpeas

Vegan | One-Pot Recipe 

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Vinegar Braised Chicken

with Pedro Ximénez Sherry Sauce

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Spanish Pork Stew

Carcamusas From Toledo

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Chicken in Cava with Apples

Decadent Main Meal Recipe

A plate of tomato burrata salad drizzled with a green basil and garlic dressing.

Patatas a la Importancia

Vegan Option | One-Pan Recipe

Seafood paella

Brothy Fish Stew with Shrimp and Pesto

Arroz Caldoso de Pescado

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Crispy Spanish Baked Chicken Thighs

5 Mins Prep | High Protein

Seafood paella

Catalan Style Beef Stew

Estofado a la Catalana

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Roasted Eggplants Topped with Tofu

Easy Oven-Baked | Vegan

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Med Chickpea Tuna Salad

with a tangy Med-style salad dressing

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Mediterranean Rainbow Salad

10-Minute Recipe | Vegan

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Bean Salad with Sardines

Easy 5-Minute Recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Vegan Butter Bean Stew

in a Rich Sofrito Sauce

Seafood paella

Chicken Marbella

The Famous Silver Palate Recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Cantabrian Bean Stew

Alubias de Cantabria | Vegan

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Sheet Pan Chicken Chorizo and Rice

Oven-Baked Rice | 1 hr recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Roast Chicken

With a Paprika-Infused Rub

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Spinach and Chickpea Soup

with Lemon, Cilantro, and Smoked Paprika

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Spanish Pork 'Secreto'

Simmered in a Paprika-Infused Sauce

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Lemon and Thyme

and a tangy Natural Yogurt dressing

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken Chorizo Dinner

5 Ingredient Recipe | One-Pot Stew

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Spanish-Style Spicy Salmon

with Cayenne, Paprika, and Orange

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Rioja-Style Potatoes with Chorizo

Patatas a la Riojana

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Grilled Med Chicken Breast

with a tangy marinade

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Artichoke and Spinach Casserole

Vegetarian | One-Pot Recipe

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Spiced Carrot Soup

Vegan | Gluten-Free

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Pumpkin Pisto

Super Healthy One-Pot Recipe

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Creamy Artichoke Chicken

with Spinach and Paprika

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Baked Chicken Thighs with Potatoes

Healthy -  One-Pot Recipe

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Roasted Chicken Breasts in Romesco

Low Carb - Gluten-Free

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken Chorizo Chili

Spicy One-Pot Recipe

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Spanish Chicken with Smoky Bravas Sauce

Spicy Recipe | Made in under 1 hr

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Spicy Spanish-Style Pork Stew

Spicy, Easy-to-Make One-Pot Recipe

A plate of tomato burrata salad drizzled with a green basil and garlic dressing.

Spicy Grilled Shrimp

with tangy peach salad

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Chicken Chilindrón

Classic One-Pot Recipe

Seafood paella

Fideua Negra with Seafood

Fideua with black ink and seafood

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Spanish-Style White Bean Stew

Classic white bean stew recipe | Vegan

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Easy to Make, One-Pot Recipe

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Arroz a Banda

Valencian Rice With Seafood

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Med Garlic Rosemary Chicken

Boneless chicken | 30 Min Recipe

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl

Healthy | High Protein

Seafood paella

Pollo al Ajillo

Spanish garlic chicken with sherry

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Maravilla stew

With Chickpeas & Smoked Paprika

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Roast chicken thighs w/ wine, tomato, and herbs

One-pot | Made in under 30 mins

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Smoky Chorizo Stew with Spinach and Chickpeas

Easy recipe | Made in under 1 hr

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Lemon and Herb Chicken Thighs

Made in under 30 mins | Budget-Friendly

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Oven-Baked Codfish

with capers, asparagus, and cherry tomatoes

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Lentil and Spinach Stew

Mediterranean vegan recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

15-Min Med Spiced Mince

Quick & budget friendly

Seafood paella

Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Easy-to-make | Budget-Friendly

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Chickpeas with Spinach and Eggs

Vegetarian | Budget-Friendly

Seafood paella

Arroz al Horno

Spanish Oven-Baked Rice

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Spicy Chicken, chorizo, and rice

Tasty & filling | Made in 1 hour

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Oven-Baked Rice with Cauliflower

Vegan | Super Healthy Recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Mediterranean Yellow Rice

Vegan, Healthy

mediterranean roasted eggplants sit beside a tangy yogurt dipping sauce

Fabada Asturiana

Spanish bean stew

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Super budget Spanish oven-baked rice

Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy Free

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Pollo al Horno

Oven-Baked Chicken with Sherry

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Smoky Butter Bean Stew

with Sweet Potato and Kale

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken with Peaches in Sherry

Simmered with Pedro Ximinez Sherry

Seafood paella

Spanish Chicken and Rice

One pan arroz con pollo

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Smoky Sweet Potato Chorizo One-Pot

Easy 30-minute recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Beetroot Falafel Rice Bowl

Healthy | Vegetarian

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Mediterranean Rice Bowl

Healthy | Vegan | Easy

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Romesco de Peix

Catalan Fish Stew | 30-Min recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Chickpea Stew (Vegan)

Potaje de Garbanzos

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Mediterranean Fish Stew

Zarzuela de Mariscos

Trending Main Meal Recipes

A large pot of one pot chicken thighs in cava and caramelized apples.

Chicken in Cava with Apples

Decadent Main Meal Recipe

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Creamy Artichoke Chicken

with Spinach and Paprika

Seafood paella

Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Easy-to-make | Budget-Friendly

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Rioja-Style Potatoes with Chorizo

Patatas a la Riojana

a crispy spanish baked chicken thigh

Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs

With Chorizo and Veggies

Seafood paella

Catalan Style Beef Stew

Estofado a la Catalana

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken Chorizo Dinner

5 Ingredient Recipe | One-Pot Stew

mediterranean roasted eggplants sit beside a tangy yogurt dipping sauce

Fabada Asturiana

Spanish bean stew

Easy One-Pot Main Meal Recipes

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Vinegar Braised Chicken

with Pedro Ximénez Sherry Sauce

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Spinach and Chickpea Soup

with Lemon, Cilantro, and Smoked Paprika

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Spanish Pork Stew

Carcamusas From Toledo

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Med Chickpea Tuna Salad

with a tangy Med-style salad dressing

Seafood paella

Brothy Fish Stew with Shrimp and Pesto

Arroz Caldoso de Pescado

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Seafood Soup

Sopa de Mariscos

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken in Cava with Apples

Decadent Main Meal Recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Baked Chicken Thighs with Potatoes

Healthy -  One-Pot Recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Roast Chicken

With a Paprika-Infused Rub

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Cantabrian Bean Stew

Alubias de Cantabria | Vegan

Seafood paella

Chicken Marbella

The Famous Silver Palate Recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Pumpkin Pisto

Super Healthy One-Pot Recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken Chorizo Dinner

5 Ingredient Recipe | One-Pot Stew

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Spanish Pork 'Secreto'

Simmered in a Paprika-Infused Sauce

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Artichoke and Spinach Casserole

Vegetarian | One-Pot Recipe

Seafood paella

Arroz al Horno

Spanish Oven-Baked Rice

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Rioja-Style Potatoes with Chorizo

Patatas a la Riojana

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken Chorizo Chili

Spicy One-Pot Recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Spicy Spanish-Style Pork Stew

Spicy, Easy-to-Make One-Pot Recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Spanish Chicken and Chorizo Stew

Made in 35 minutes!

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Chickpeas with Spinach and Eggs

Vegetarian | Budget-Friendly

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Maravilla stew

With Chickpeas & Smoked Paprika

Seafood paella

Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Easy-to-make | Budget-Friendly

mediterranean roasted eggplants sit beside a tangy yogurt dipping sauce

Fabada Asturiana

Spanish bean stew

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

15-Min Med Spiced Mince

Quick & budget friendly

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Vegan Arroz al Horno

Oven-Baked Rice | Vegan

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Poor man's Potatoes

Patatas a lo Pobre

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Mediterranean Eggplant Casserole

One-Pot Recipe | Vegan | Made in an hour

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Fideua De Marisco

Valencian Noodle Dish Made with Seafood

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Oven-Baked Rice with Cauliflower

Vegan | Super Healthy Recipe

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Smoky Chorizo Stew with Spinach and Chickpeas

Easy recipe | Made in under 1 hr

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Lentil and Spinach Stew

Mediterranean vegan recipe

A plate of tomato burrata salad drizzled with a green basil and garlic dressing.

Spinach with Chickpeas (Vegan recipe)

Espinacas con garbanzos | Vegan

a large pan of vegan arroz al horno is topped with roasted red pepper and a whole head of garlic

Chicken with Peaches in Sherry

Simmered with Pedro Ximinez Sherry

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Super budget Spanish oven-baked rice

Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy Free

Classic Spanish Main Meals

Seafood paella

Chicken Marbella

The Famous Silver Palate Recipe

Seafood paella

Spanish Chicken and Rice

One pan arroz con pollo

Seafood paella

Catalan Style Beef Stew

Estofado a la Catalana

Seafood paella

Spanish fideua with seafood

Fideuà de Marisco Recipe

Seafood paella

Arroz al Horno

Spanish Oven-Baked Rice

Seafood paella

Brothy Fish Stew with Shrimp and Pesto

Arroz Caldoso de Pescado

Seafood paella

Seafood Paella

Paella de Marisco

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Spanish-Style White Bean Stew

Classic white bean stew recipe | Vegan

Seafood paella

Pollo al Ajillo

Spanish garlic chicken with sherry

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Chickpeas with Spinach and Eggs

Vegetarian | Budget-Friendly

Seafood paella

Fideua Negra with Seafood

Fideua with black ink and seafood

Seafood paella

Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Easy-to-make | Budget-Friendly

Seafood paella

Paella Valenciana

Traditional | Valencian Paella

A plate of salted cod salad sits on a marble countertop

Empanada Gallega

Easy empanada recipe | Oven-baked

Vegetarian & Vegan Spanish Recipes

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

One-Pot Sweet Potato Stew

Vegan | Heart-Healthy 

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Cantabrian Bean Stew

Alubias de Cantabria | Vegan

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Vegan Butter Bean Stew

in a Rich Sofrito Sauce

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Spinach and Chickpea Soup

with Lemon, Cilantro, and Smoked Paprika

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Lemon and Thyme

and a tangy Natural Yogurt dressing

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Chickpea Stew (Vegan)

Potaje de Garbanzos

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Lentil and Spinach Stew

Mediterranean vegan recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Artichoke and Spinach Casserole

Vegetarian | One-Pot Recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Chickpeas with Spinach and Eggs

Vegetarian | Budget-Friendly

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes

Easy Vegetarian Recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Smoky Butter Bean Stew

with Sweet Potato and Kale

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Spanish-Style White Bean Stew

Classic white bean stew recipe | Vegan

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Poor Man's Potatoes (Vegan)

Easy one-pot recipe 

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Gazpacho Andaluz (Vegan)

15-minute recipe | Summer Soup

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Vegan Arroz al Horno

Oven-Baked Rice | Vegan

A plate of tomato burrata salad drizzled with a green basil and garlic dressing.

Spinach with Chickpeas (Vegan recipe)

Espinacas con garbanzos | Vegan

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Beetroot Falafel Rice Bowl

Healthy | Vegetarian

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Seasonal Roasted Veggies (Vegan)

With caramelized onion and beets

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Spanish- Style Vegetarian Meatballs

in a smoky sofrito sauce

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Oven-Baked Rice with Cauliflower

Vegan | Super Healthy Recipe

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Super budget Spanish oven-baked rice

Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy Free

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Mediterranean Yellow Rice

Vegan, Healthy

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Mediterranean Eggplant Casserole

One-Pot Recipe | Vegan | Made in an hour

a small bowl of sweet potato stew sits with chickpeas and spinach and garnished with parsley.

Mediterranean Tomato Salad

with Manchego and homemade pesto