Ingredients
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 8 ounces Spanish chorizo, sliced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup short-grain Spanish rice (such as Bomba or Calasparra)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
• Step 1: In a large, oven-safe skillet or paella pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and chorizo, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and the chorizo is slightly crisp.
• Step 2: Add the onion and bell pepper to the pan, and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
• Step 3: Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the rice, smoked paprika, and saffron. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
• Step 4: Remove the lid, stir in the frozen peas, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the pan in the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the top of the paella is lightly browned and crispy.
• Step 5: Remove the paella from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Americans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 536
- Sodium: 951mg
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
Keywords: Chicken and Chorizo Paella Recipe