Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 unit

clams

fresh, in shell

12 unit

shrimp

fresh, in shells

8 ounce

chorizo sausage

sliced

2 tbsp

olives

2.5 lbs

chicken

cut into 8 pieces

30 ounce

chicken broth

1 unit

onion

cut into wedges

1 unit

red pepper

cleaned and cut into strips

0.5 tsp

garlic

minced

2 cup

white rice

uncooked

0.5 tsp

oregano

0.25 tsp

saffron

0.5 cup

peas

fresh

Step 1
~5 min

Prepare clams by soaking in salted water for 15 minutes, rinsing, and repeating twice.

Step 2
~5 min

Clean and devein shrimp; pat dry.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook chorizo in a paella pan or wide skillet until done, then slice and set aside.

Step 4
~5 min

Brown chicken in the skillet for 15 minutes; remove and set aside.

Step 5
~5 min

Bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan.

Step 6
~5 min

Sauté onion, red pepper, and garlic in the remaining oil in the skillet.

Step 7
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 8
~5 min

Add rice, boiling broth, oregano, and saffron to the skillet; bring to a boil then remove from heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Arrange chicken, sausage, shrimp, and clams on top of the rice.

Step 10
~5 min

Scatter peas over the paella.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Step 12
~5 min

Do not stir the paella while baking.

Step 13
~5 min

Remove paella from oven and cover with a kitchen towel.

Step 14
~5 min

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving directly from the pan.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a high-quality saffron for best flavor and color.

Don't overcook the rice; it should be slightly al dente.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially prepared in advance (chop vegetables, cook sausage).

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Serve with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Spanish olives

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain

Cultural Significance

National dish of Spain; represents communal dining and celebration.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fiestas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

dinner party
family meal
special occasion

Popularity Score

70/100

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