Paella Valenciana Recipe
Shellfish, chicken and Spanish sausage
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Base
In a large paella pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- 2
Add Sausage and Vegetables
In the same pan, add chorizo and cook for about 2 minutes. Then, add the garlic and red bell pepper, and sauté until the pepper is tender.
- 3
Add Rice and Seasonings
Stir in the rice, saffron, and paprika, and cook for another minute to coat the rice in the oils and flavors.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Return the chicken to the pan, and add the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, and cook for about 10 minutes without stirring.
- 5
Add Shellfish
Add shrimp and mussels to the pan, cover, and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the mussels have opened and the shrimp are pink.
- 6
Finish Up
Stir in the green peas, season with salt and pepper to taste, and let sit for 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.





