Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/16 checked
4
servings
4 unit

chicken thighs

bone-in, skin on

4 unit

Merguez sausage

small links

0.5 unit

cauliflower

cut into pieces

1 tsp

caraway, ground

ground

1 tsp

smoked paprika

ground

1 tsp

paprika

ground

0.5 tsp

cumin

ground

1 tbsp

harissa

2 cup

Arborio rice

8 unit

tomato sauce

3 cup

chicken stock

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 unit

onion

diced

1 unit

garlic

diced

2 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup

dry wine

Step 1
~3 min

Brine chicken thighs with salt in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix ground spices together with a pinch of salt.

Step 3
~3 min

Cut sausage into discs and brown on each side in a pan. Remove and set aside.

Step 4
~3 min

Brown chicken skin side down in the sausage fat and olive oil until golden brown, then turn and brown the other side.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove chicken and set aside.

Step 6
~3 min

Add onion to the pan and cook until softened.

Step 7
~3 min

Add a spoonful of the spice mixture and cook until fragrant.

Step 8
~3 min

Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Step 9
~3 min

Add cauliflower and cook for 5 minutes, adding more of the spice mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Add wine and scrape the bottom of the pan.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook for a couple of minutes.

Step 12
~3 min

Add sausage and harissa and stir until well incorporated.

Step 13
~3 min

Add tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes, adding more spice mixture.

Step 14
~3 min

Add rice and distribute evenly across the pan.

Step 15
~3 min

Add chicken.

Step 16
~3 min

Add chicken stock.

Step 17
~3 min

Add the rest of the spice mixture and season with salt.

Step 18
~3 min

Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.

Step 19
~3 min

Cook until rice is cooked through, about 20-30 minutes.

Step 20
~3 min

Cover the pan if needed.

Step 21
~3 min

Let sit off the heat for 2-4 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock.

Adjust the amount of harissa to control the spiciness.

Don't stir the paella too much while it's cooking, as this can release too much starch and make it sticky.

Let the paella rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken can be brined ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain (with Moorish influence)

Cultural Significance

Paella is a traditional Spanish rice dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100