Follow these steps for perfect results
olive oil
smoked sausage
quartered and diced
chicken breasts
boneless skinless
onion
diced small
bell peppers
diced small, seeded
jalapeno
minced, seeded
paprika
cumin
cayenne
garlic cloves
minced
diced tomatoes
drained and diced
white rice
rinsed and drained
chicken broth
bay leaf
dried parsley
frozen peas
salt
pepper
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet with high sides.
Brown the smoked sausage in the skillet and remove.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Brown chicken breasts in the skillet over medium-high heat and remove.
Tent the chicken with foil to keep warm.
Add diced onion and bell peppers to the skillet.
Cook, scrapping up the brown bits, until vegetables soften.
Add minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne to the skillet.
Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Add diced tomatoes and rice to the skillet and stir until coated.
Pour in chicken broth and add the bay leaf.
Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer.
Cook until the rice is tender (20-30 minutes).
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Dice the chicken into 1-inch pieces.
Add chicken and smoked sausage back to the pan.
Stir in parsley and peas.
Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through and heated through.
Expert advice for the best results
Do not stir the rice while cooking to prevent it from becoming sticky.
For a deeper flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made ahead and reheated.
Serve in the skillet or on a large platter.
Serve with a side salad.
Complements the smoky flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Adapted from Spanish paella.
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