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)

David Lee3

A decent paella. The rice was a little overcooked, and the shrimp could have been more flavorful. I liked the chicken and chorizo, but overall, it didn't quite capture the authentic taste I was hoping for.

Ashley Garcia4

Really enjoyed this paella. The chicken and chorizo were cooked to perfection. The saffron flavor was distinct, giving a wonderful experience to every bite. Will definitely share it to my friends.

Maria Rodriguez5

Absolutely fantastic! The saffron rice was perfectly cooked, and the combination of chicken, shrimp, and chorizo was divine. It truly transported me to Spain. My guests raved about it!

Megan Anderson3

It was okay. The rice was a bit dry, and the dish needed a little more seasoning. Not bad, but not great either.

Sarah Johnson5

Incredible! The aroma alone was enough to make my mouth water. The vegetables were fresh, and the spices created a wonderful symphony of flavors. This is a dish I will definitely make again and again!