Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/25 checked
6
servings
1 lb

Italian sausage

pricked

2 tbsp

Olive oil

1 cup

Onion

sliced

1 cup

Green bell pepper

sliced

1 cup

Red bell pepper

sliced

8 unit

Chicken thighs

bone-in

0.5 cup

Dry white wine

3 cloves

Garlic

minced

4.5 cups

Chicken broth

good-quality

0.5 tsp

Saffron strand

1 tsp

Paprika

0.25 tsp

Ground coriander

1 unit

Bay leaf

0.5 tsp

Thyme

0.5 tsp

Oregano

1 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

2 cups

Italian rice

16 unit

Raw shrimp

in the shell

3 unit

Tomatoes

peeled, seeded, juiced, chopped

2 cups

Fresh green peas

blanched

1 cup

Chickpeas

cooked

0.5 cup

Black olives

pitted

2 unit

Lemons

quartered

2 unit

Parsley sprig

Step 1
~3 min

Prick sausage and simmer in water to remove excess fat.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain liquid from sausage.

Step 3
~3 min

Cut sausage into 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 4
~3 min

Sauté sausage in olive oil until lightly browned.

Step 5
~3 min

Add onions and peppers and cook until tender.

Step 6
~3 min

Remove sausage and vegetables from the pan.

Step 7
~3 min

Dry chicken and brown on all sides in the same pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Drain excess fat from the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Add sausage, vegetables, and remaining ingredients (except shrimp, tomatoes, peas/beans, chickpeas, olives) to the pan.

Step 10
~3 min

Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Bring to a rapid boil.

Step 12
~3 min

Sprinkle in rice and mix into the liquid.

Step 13
~3 min

Boil rapidly for 5-6 minutes, uncovered, without stirring.

Step 14
~3 min

Push shrimp, tail end down, into the rice.

Step 15
~3 min

Strew tomatoes, peas/beans, chickpeas, and olives over the rice.

Step 16
~3 min

Do not stir; push ingredients into the rice.

Step 17
~3 min

Correct seasoning.

Step 18
~3 min

Reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes, uncovered, until rice is tender.

Step 19
~3 min

If needed, cover briefly with a small amount of water/stock.

Step 20
~3 min

Serve paella from the pan.

Step 21
~3 min

Garnish with lemon quarters and parsley.

Step 22
~3 min

Cover and let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a good quality chicken broth for best flavor.

Don't stir the rice after adding it to the pan to get a socarrat (crispy bottom layer).

Adjust the amount of saffron to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken and sausage can be cooked in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Offer crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Gazpacho
Spanish olives

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain (adapted in America)

Cultural Significance

Paella is a traditional Spanish rice dish often served at celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Parties

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Family meal
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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