Description
Paella is a festive Spanish dish that brings vibrant flavors to your table. This one-pan wonder features saffron-infused jasmine rice, succulent chicken, fresh shrimp, and smoky chorizo, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for gatherings, this recipe is adaptable for both meat lovers and vegetarians, ensuring everyone enjoys the delightful colors and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 oz Spanish chorizo sausage, sliced
- ½ teaspoon saffron threads
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large paella pan over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook until browned; then add chicken and cook until golden.
- Stir in garlic, bell peppers, and saffron; cook until fragrant.
- Add jasmine rice, stirring to coat with the mixture. Pour in broth to cover ingredients.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer without stirring for about 20 minutes.
- After 15 minutes of simmering, nestle shrimp into the rice; cover and cook for an additional five minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for five minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving directly from the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - Customize your paella by swapping seafood for chicken or adding seasonal veggies for a fresh twist. - Use high-quality saffron for optimal flavor and color. - For an authentic socarrat (crispy bottom), avoid stirring once you add the broth.