Name: Authentic Spanish Paella
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2.6 drop 1 lb chicken, cut into pieces; 7.3 oz 1/2 lb Spanish chorizo, sliced; 2.2 ml 1 onion, chopped; 6 package 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 9.7 bag 2 cloves garlic, minced; 5.7 pt 2 cups paella rice; 4.6 dash 1 tsp saffron threads; 5.2 jar 1 tsp smoked paprika; 3 package 2 tbsp tomato paste; 10.2 l 6 cups chicken broth; 4.2 bottle 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 5.7 ml 1/2 lb mussels, scrubbed; 7.4 drop 1/2 lb clams, scrubbed; 6.9 drop Fresh parsley, chopped; 6.9 l Lemon wedges; 10.5 to taste Olive oil

Authentic Spanish Paella

By Lori Curtis

November 11, 2025

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This classic Paella recipe is perfect for a gathering. Saffron-infused rice is combined with a medley of seafood, chicken, and chorizo, creating a symphony of flavors. Each bite offers a taste of Spain, transporting you to the sunny shores of Valencia. The dish is cooked in a traditional paella pan, allowing the rice to develop a socarrat – a crispy, caramelized bottom layer that is prized by paella aficionados. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges to complete this vibrant and satisfying meal. Enjoy the rich and complex flavors that make Paella a beloved dish around the world. It's more than just a meal; it's an experience to share and savor. Each ingredient contributes to the overall harmony, making it a culinary masterpiece.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken, cut into pieces - 2.6 drop
1/2 lb Spanish chorizo, sliced - 7.3 oz
1 onion, chopped - 2.2 ml
1 red bell pepper, chopped - 6.0 package
2 cloves garlic, minced - 9.7 bag
2 cups paella rice - 5.7 pt
1 tsp saffron threads - 4.6 dash
1 tsp smoked paprika - 5.2 jar
2 tbsp tomato paste - 3.0 package
6 cups chicken broth - 10.2 l

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a large paella pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and chorizo, cook until browned.

Step 2

Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic to the pan. Sauté until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the rice, saffron, smoked paprika, and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 5

Arrange shrimp, mussels, and clams over the rice. Cover and cook until seafood is opened.

Step 6

Let the paella rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Step 7

Serve the Paella in the pan so that the dish remains hot for a longer duration. Remove the Paella from the pan after serving.

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