Name: Quick Spanish Paella
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1 cup 1 cup bomba rice (Arborio rice can be substituted); 1/2 pound 1/2 lb chicken thighs (Boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces); 1/2 pound 1/2 lb chorizo sausage (Sliced into rounds); 1 medium 1 onion (Finely chopped); 1 medium 1 red bell pepper (Diced); 4 4 cloves garlic (Minced); 1 teaspoon 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 tsp saffron threads (Crushed); 4 cups 4 cups chicken broth (Warm); 1/2 cup 1/2 cup frozen peas (Thawed); 1/2 cup 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (Halved); Salt and pepper (To taste); 2 tablespoons 2 tbsp olive oil; Lemon wedges (For serving)

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1

In a paella pan or large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear chicken and chorizo until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.

⏱️ 10 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Chicken should be cooked through and chorizo slightly caramelized.
2

In the same pan, add more olive oil if needed. Saute onions, bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

⏱️ 4 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Vegetables should be translucent.
3

Stir in rice, saffron, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in warm chicken broth, season with salt, and pepper. Arrange chicken and chorizo on top. Do not stir from this point.

⏱️ 1 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Make sure the rice is evenly distributed in the pan.
4

Reduce heat to low and let the paella simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed. Add more broth if needed. Scatter peas and cherry tomatoes over the paella during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

⏱️ 20 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Rice should be tender but with a slight bite (al dente).
5

Remove from heat and let the paella rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.

⏱️ 5 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Resting allows the flavors to meld together.

Quick Spanish Paella

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