🥘 Authentic Spanish Paella: A Feast for the Senses 🦐🍚

Name: Authentic Spanish Paella
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 1/2 cups (300 g) Arborio or short-grain rice; 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) saffron threads, soaked in 1/4 cup (60 ml) hot water; 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth; 1 cup (240 ml) dry white wine; 1 teaspoon (4 g) paprika; 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) cayenne pepper (optional); 1 pound (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces; 1 pound (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 pound (225 g) mussels, scrubbed and debearded; 1/2 cup (70 g) frozen peas; 1/4 cup (60 g) pitted green olives; 1/4 cup (15 g) chopped fresh parsley; 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Experience the vibrant flavors of Spain with this authentic Spanish Paella recipe! Packed with tender chicken, seafood, and colorful vegetables, this one-pan dish is perfect for a festive family gathering or a special occasion.

Ingredients

Directions

In a large paella pan or wide, shallow skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add the rice to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the saffron and its soaking liquid, chicken broth, white wine, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid and is tender.
While the rice is cooking, heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer the cooked chicken to the rice mixture.
In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Add the mussels to the skillet with a splash of water, cover, and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open. Transfer the cooked mussels to the rice mixture.
Stir the peas and olives into the rice mixture, then gently fold in the cooked shrimp, making sure to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Continue to cook the paella over low heat for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the seafood is heated through.
Remove the paella from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Bring the taste of Spain to your table with this flavorful and festive Authentic Spanish Paella! 🥘🦐🎉

571

Calories

19g

Fat

56g

Carbs

40g

Protein

Total Carbohydrate:	56g
Protein:	40g
Total Fat:	19g
Saturated Fat:	3g
Trans Fat:	0g
Cholesterol:	151mg
Sodium:	822mg
Potassium:	623mg
Dietary Fiber:	4g
Sugars:	4g
Vitamin A:	1225IU
Vitamin C:	53mg
Calcium:	88mg
Iron:	5mg

Values in % are Percent Daily Value (%DV)

🥘 Authentic Spanish Paella: A Feast for the Senses 🦐🍚

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