Description
Spanish Paella is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Spain right to your table. This one-pan wonder features saffron-infused rice, succulent seafood, tender chicken, and colorful vegetables, creating a delightful medley of tastes and aromas. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, it transforms any meal into a festive experience filled with laughter and shared memories.
Ingredients
- Short-grain rice (Bomba or Arborio)
- Chicken thighs, bone-in
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Fresh mussels
- Chorizo sausage
- Bell peppers (red and green)
- Saffron threads
- Garlic
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and rinse mussels.
- In a large paella pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chorizo until crispy; set aside.
- In the same pan, add chicken thighs seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic, bell peppers, and saffron dissolved in warm water; cook for 2 minutes.
- Add rice evenly across the pan with broth; stir gently to combine.
- Nestle shrimp and mussels into the mixture; cover and steam for about 10 minutes or until seafood is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 380g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg