Smoky Portuguese Paella
A twist on the classic Spanish dish, this smoky paella is infused with the flavors of Portugal. Perfect for a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
- β2 tsp Smoked Paprika
- β1 cup Fluffy White Rice
- β1 lb Chicken Breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- β1/2 lb Shrimppeeled and deveined
- β1/2 lb Portuguese Sausagesliced
- β1/4 lb Chorizosliced
- β1 Red Bell Pepperdiced
- β3 cloves Garlicminced
- β2 tbsp Olive Oil
- β1 cup White Wine
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large paella pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chorizo and cook until browned, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Add the Portuguese sausage and cook until browned, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Add the garlic, smoked paprika, and red bell pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add the white wine and cook until the liquid is almost completely reduced, about 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Add the fluffy white rice and stir to coat the rice in the oil and mix with the other ingredients.
- 9
Add 2 cups of water to the pan and bring to a boil.
- 10
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 11
Remove the pan from the heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.