How do I make a delicious paella?

Invite the flavors of Spain into your home with our mouthwatering Paella recipe. One bite, and you'll be transported to the seaside of Valencia!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a delicious Paella. Items include: Arborio Rice Chicken Thighs Chorizo Sausage Shrimp Onion Bell Peppers Garlic Diced Tomatoes Chicken Broth Paprika Saffron Threads Olive Oil Salt Pepper

Arborio Rice 2 cups
Chicken Thighs 1 pound (boneless and skinless)
Chorizo Sausage 1/2 pound
Shrimp 1/2 pound (peeled and deveined)
Onion 1 (diced)
Bell Peppers 2 (sliced)
Garlic 4 cloves (minced)
Diced Tomatoes 1 can
Chicken Broth 4 cups
Paprika 1 teaspoon
Saffron Threads 1/2 teaspoon
Olive Oil As needed
Salt To taste
Pepper To taste

Take note
Handle hot pans with caution and be careful when dealing with raw seafood. Also, make sure to check for any specific dietary restrictions or allergies.

1

Prepare the Ingredients

Gather all the necessary ingredients for your Paella. You'll need 2 cups of Arborio rice, 1 pound of chicken thighs (boneless and skinless), 1/2 pound of chorizo sausage, 1/2 pound of shrimp (peeled and deveined), 1 onion (diced), 2 bell peppers (sliced), 4 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 can of diced tomatoes, 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of saffron threads, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2

Sear the Chicken and Chorizo

In a large paella pan or a wide skillet, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan along with the chorizo sausage. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides, and cook the chorizo until it's slightly crispy. This will take about 5-7 minutes.

3

Add the Aromatics

Push the chicken and chorizo to one side of the pan and add the diced onion, sliced bell peppers, and minced garlic to the other side. Sauté them until they become fragrant and slightly softened, which should take about 3-4 minutes.

4

Cook the Rice

Move everything in the pan to one side and add the Arborio rice to the other side. Toast the rice for a minute or two until it becomes slightly translucent. Then, mix everything together until the rice is well coated with the flavors from the pan.

5

Enhance the Flavor

Stir in the can of diced tomatoes, chicken broth, paprika, and saffron threads. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and let it simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

6

Add the Shrimp

Place the peeled and deveined shrimp on top of the rice. Cover the pan again and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink and is fully cooked.

7

Serve and Enjoy

Once the shrimp is cooked, remove the pan from heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with some fresh parsley if desired. Serve this scrumptious Paella directly from the pan, and make sure to savor every bite!