This paella recipe is a straight forward version of the favorite Spanish dish. Quick and easy enough for a weeknight dinner and requires only one pan. Typically paella begins with Spanish rice, meat, green beans or peas, and spices. You can add or subtract to your preferences. This Chicken Paella Recipe also includes a tomato base, onions, peppers and paprika.
Prep Time: 5 mins. Cook Time: 25 mins. Total Time: 30 mins
Ingredients:
500 grams Chicken Thighs or breast
3 tbsp oil
1tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper
1 onion
1 red bell pepper
1 cup rice
3 garlic cloves
1 cup tomatoes
1 tbsp smoke paprika
1/2 tsp Saffron
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup peas
Instructions:
1. In large pan over medium high heat, salt and pepper chicken then brown in oil. Set aside.
2. Saute onion and peppers for 3 minutes then add tomatoes, spices and Chicken broth, lastly add the rice mix well. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes (without stirring) until liquid is absorbed.
4. Add in fresh peas and return chicken to pan.
5. Turn the burner to high for a minute, turn it off and leave the pan on the burner for several minutes. Just be careful not to burn the bottom.
6. Serve with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Enjoy
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