Description
Spanish Paella is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports you straight to the sunny shores of Spain. This one-pan meal combines succulent chicken, fresh seafood, aromatic saffron, and Spanish rice for a delightful dining experience. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe promises to impress with its rich flavors and stunning presentation. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins, Spanish Paella is a versatile dish that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (½ red and ½ green)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 roma tomatoes, finely diced (or 8 oz. tomato sauce)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 pinch saffron threads
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup white apple vinegar
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
- 2 cups Spanish rice
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 lb jumbo shrimp or prawns (peeled, tail on)
- 1/2 lb mussels (cleaned)
- 8 oz calamari rings
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion, bell peppers, and garlic until translucent.
- Add chopped tomatoes, bay leaf, paprika, saffron, salt, and pepper; cook for about five minutes.
- Stir in white apple vinegar and let it cook for another ten minutes.
- Add chicken pieces and two tablespoons of parsley; mix in rice carefully for one minute.
- Slowly pour in chicken broth without stirring; bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Cook uncovered for approximately 15–18 minutes before adding shrimp, mussels, calamari, and peas; continue cooking for an additional five minutes.
- Once most liquid is absorbed, cover the paella with foil or a lid and let it rest for ten minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg