Description
Create an unforgettable dining experience with this delightful Spanish Paella, a vibrant dish that brings the heart of Spain to your table. Bursting with the rich flavors of saffron, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables, this one-pan wonder is not just a meal; it’s a celebration! Perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or cozy nights in, Spanish Paella showcases impressive presentation and delicious taste that will wow your guests. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable ingredients, you can craft an authentic paella experience right at home. Gather your loved ones and indulge in this hearty, comforting dish that embodies the spirit of Mediterranean cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (½ red and ½ green preferred)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 roma tomatoes, very 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
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley, divided
- 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
- Lemons for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic until soft.
- Stir in finely diced tomatoes, bay leaf, paprika, saffron, salt, and pepper; cook for 5 minutes.
- Add chicken pieces and 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley to the mixture.
- Incorporate rice and stir gently for about 1 minute before adding chicken broth around the pan.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low; cook uncovered for 15–18 minutes without stirring.
- Nestle shrimp, mussels, and calamari into the rice; sprinkle peas on top and cook for an additional 5 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat once liquid is absorbed; cover with a lid or foil and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with remaining parsley and lemon slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg