Spanish Chicken Paella
A classic Spanish dish made with chicken, rice, and a blend of earthy and velvety flavors.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Spanish sausagecut into bite-sized pieces
- ●1 pound Boneless chicken breastcut into bite-sized pieces
- ●1 cup Uncooked white ricepreferably Spanish rice
- ●4 cups Vegetable brothchicken or beef broth works well
- ●2 tablespoons Tomato pasteoptional
- ●1 teaspoon Smoked paprikaoptional
- ●2 cloves Garlicminced
- ●1 medium Red bell pepperdiced
- ●1/4 cup Green olivespitted
- ●1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsleyoptional
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a large paella pan or skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the Spanish sausage and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add the garlic, red bell pepper, and smoked paprika (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 6
Add the rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 7
Add the vegetable broth, tomato paste (if using), and bring to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- 9
Stir in the green olives and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 10
Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- 11
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley (if using).
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy!