Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsFornos of SpainPaella De Pollo Recipe

Paella De Pollo Recipe

Inspired by Fornos of Spain
Time45m
Serves4

Chicken, Chorizo, Rosemary, Saffron Rice

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Vegetables and Herbs

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Slice the chorizo and chop the fresh rosemary.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Cook the Chicken and Chorizo

    In a large paella pan or skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

  2. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 4

    Add Chorizo

    Add the sliced chorizo to the pan and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until it starts to release its oils.

  4. 5

    Add Rice and Broth

    Stir in the long-grain rice, saffron threads, and chopped rosemary. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pan.

  5. 6

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.

  6. 7

    Add Peas

    In the last 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the frozen peas over the top and cover again to allow them to steam.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the paella with a fork and serve hot, garnished with extra rosemary if desired.

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