Authentic Spanish Paella

Name: Authentic Spanish Paella
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 8.8 mg 2 tbsp olive oil; 9 whole 1 lb chicken, cut into pieces; 9.4 half 4 oz chorizo, sliced; 8.9 fl oz 1 onion, chopped; 1.4 to taste 1 bell pepper, chopped; 5 as needed 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2.2 l 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 pinch 1 cup paella rice or medium-grain rice; 3 mg 1/2 tsp saffron threads; 8.9 as needed 4 cups chicken broth; 9.7 kg 1/2 tsp salt; 9.8 jar 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4.6 g 1/2 cup frozen peas; 9.8 jar Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); 6 cup Lemon wedges (for serving)

By Ashley Morrow

November 10, 2025

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This Paella recipe is a culinary journey to Spain, right in your kitchen. Perfectly saffron-infused rice, combined with tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and flavorful chorizo, it's a dish that promises to impress. The blend of spices and fresh vegetables creates a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Each bite is a celebration, offering a delightful experience, making it ideal for gatherings. This dish is colorful, aromatic, and satisfying, encapsulating the essence of Spanish cuisine. Serve hot and garnish with lemon wedges for an authentic presentation.

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil - 8.8 mg
1 lb chicken, cut into pieces - 9.0 whole
4 oz chorizo, sliced - 9.4 half
1 onion, chopped - 8.9 fl oz
1 bell pepper, chopped - 1.4 to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced - 5.0 as needed
2 tbsp tomato paste - 2.2 l
1 cup paella rice or medium-grain rice - 2.0 pinch
1/2 tsp saffron threads - 3.0 mg
4 cups chicken broth - 8.9 as needed

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a large paella pan or wide skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and chorizo; cook until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.

Step 2

Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pan. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.

Step 3

Add rice and saffron to the pan; stir to coat with the vegetable mixture. Cook for 1 minute.

Step 4

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, add salt, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, without stirring.

Step 5

Arrange chicken, chorizo, and shrimp over the rice. Add peas and cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

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

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Authentic Spanish Paella

By Ashley Morrow

November 10, 2025

4133 views

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil - 8.8 mg
1 lb chicken, cut into pieces - 9.0 whole
4 oz chorizo, sliced - 9.4 half
1 onion, chopped - 8.9 fl oz
1 bell pepper, chopped - 1.4 to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced - 5.0 as needed
2 tbsp tomato paste - 2.2 l
1 cup paella rice or medium-grain rice - 2.0 pinch
1/2 tsp saffron threads - 3.0 mg
4 cups chicken broth - 8.9 as needed

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a large paella pan or wide skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and chorizo; cook until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.

Step 2

Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pan. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.

Step 3

Add rice and saffron to the pan; stir to coat with the vegetable mixture. Cook for 1 minute.

Step 4

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, add salt, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, without stirring.

Step 5

Arrange chicken, chorizo, and shrimp over the rice. Add peas and cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

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

# Holiday # Mushrooms # Comfort Food

Reviews (19 Reviews)

Michael Brown4

Very good. The recipe was easy to follow, and the final product was quite impressive. I might add a touch more salt next time, but otherwise, it was perfect.

Emily Thompson2

I struggled with this recipe. The rice was burnt on the bottom and the overall dish was dry. I would not recommend it.

Jessica Davis2

I found this recipe a bit disappointing. The rice was mushy, and the overall dish was bland. I think I might have done something wrong, but I probably won't make it again.

Justin Garcia5

This recipe is a game changer! The flavors are outstanding, and the presentation is perfect. It's a real showstopper for any dinner party!

Stephanie Jackson4

Really good! I followed the instructions carefully, and it turned out great. The chicken was tender, and the rice was fluffy. I will make it again.