Chicken and Chorizo Paella

Name: Chicken and Chorizo Paella
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9.5 jar 1 tbsp olive oil; 5 pt 1 lb chicken pieces, bone-in, skin-on; 8.7 oz 4 oz chorizo, sliced; 1.6 pinch 1 onion, chopped; 6.5 as needed 1 bell pepper, chopped; 7.2 pinch 2 cloves garlic, minced; 10.2 cm Pinch of saffron threads; 7.9 g 1 tsp smoked paprika; 3.4 as needed Salt to taste; 2.8 pt 1 cup paella rice; 5 jar 3 cups chicken broth; 5.7 pt 1 cup frozen peas; 4.2 ml Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); 0.7 g Lemon wedges (for serving)

By Terrance Nunez

November 14, 2025

4249 views

This recipe brings together tender chicken pieces, flavorful chorizo, and a medley of vegetables in a saffron-infused rice. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion. The combination of spices and textures creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you wanting more. The vibrant colors also make it visually appealing. This recipe is a simplified version of the classic paella, making it easier and quicker to prepare at home without compromising the authentic taste. Feel free to adjust the ingredients to your preferences and enjoy this delicious and comforting meal.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil - 9.5 jar
1 lb chicken pieces, bone-in, skin-on - 5.0 pt
4 oz chorizo, sliced - 8.7 oz
1 onion, chopped - 1.6 pinch
1 bell pepper, chopped - 6.5 as needed
2 cloves garlic, minced - 7.2 pinch
Pinch of saffron threads - 10.2 cm
1 tsp smoked paprika - 7.9 g
Salt to taste - 3.4 as needed
1 cup paella rice - 2.8 pt

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a large paella pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and chorizo slices. Cook until browned on all sides.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pan. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the saffron threads, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook for another minute to release the flavors.

Step 4

Add the paella rice and stir to coat with the mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Step 7

Let the paella rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

# No-Cook # Pork # Brunch # Game Day

Chicken and Chorizo Paella

By Terrance Nunez

November 14, 2025

4249 views

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil - 9.5 jar
1 lb chicken pieces, bone-in, skin-on - 5.0 pt
4 oz chorizo, sliced - 8.7 oz
1 onion, chopped - 1.6 pinch
1 bell pepper, chopped - 6.5 as needed
2 cloves garlic, minced - 7.2 pinch
Pinch of saffron threads - 10.2 cm
1 tsp smoked paprika - 7.9 g
Salt to taste - 3.4 as needed
1 cup paella rice - 2.8 pt

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a large paella pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and chorizo slices. Cook until browned on all sides.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pan. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the saffron threads, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook for another minute to release the flavors.

Step 4

Add the paella rice and stir to coat with the mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Step 7

Let the paella rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

# No-Cook # Pork # Brunch # Game Day

Reviews (14 Reviews)

Olivia Harris4

Really enjoyed this recipe! The chorizo added a lovely depth of flavor, and the saffron rice was fantastic. I added a squeeze of lemon juice at the end, and it was perfect.

Edward Davis4

Loved the simplicity of this recipe. I had most of the ingredients on hand, which was a bonus. The flavors were well-balanced. I might add some peas next time for extra color and texture.

Kevin Thomas4

Very tasty and easy to adapt. I substituted some of the vegetables based on what I had on hand, and it still turned out great. Good weeknight meal.

Charlie Brown3

It was okay. The chicken was a little dry, and I felt like it needed more vegetables. The chorizo was good though. I might try again, but I'd definitely adjust the cooking time for the chicken.