Description
Discover the authentic flavor of Paella Valenciana, a traditional Spanish dish that combines rice, chicken, shrimp, and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon saffron threads
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large paella pan or wide skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the green beans and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the Arborio rice, smoked paprika, and saffron threads, coating the rice with the oil and vegetables for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the pan and let it cook for 15 minutes without stirring.
- After 15 minutes, add the shrimp and frozen peas on top of the rice. Cover again and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let the paella sit, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken and shrimp with additional vegetables like zucchini and artichokes.
- Experiment with different proteins, such as chorizo or mussels, for a unique twist on the traditional recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg