Spanish Chicken Paella
A classic Spanish dish made with chicken, rice, and vegetables. This paella recipe is a hearty and flavorful meal that's perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1 cup uncooked white ricepreferably Spanish rice
- ●2 tablespoons olive oilfor sautéing
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 medium tomatodiced
- ●1 can artichoke heartsdrained and chopped
- ●2 cups chicken brothhomemade or store-bought
- ●1 teaspoon safron threadssoaked in 2 tablespoons hot water
- ●1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large paella pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- 5
Add the tomato and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 6
Add the artichoke hearts, chicken broth, saffron, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
- 7
Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat with the liquid.
- 8
Return the chicken to the pan and bring to a boil.
- 9
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 10
Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.