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Ingredients
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Protein
Vegetables
Rice and Spices
Garnish and Others
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cooking
- 2
Cook the Protein
In a large paella pan or wide skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- 3
Add Chorizo
In the same pan, add the sliced chorizo and cook until it releases its oils and becomes crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Incorporate Rice
Stir in the rice, smoked paprika, and saffron, cooking for another 2 minutes to toast the rice slightly.
- 6
Add Stock and Chicken
Pour in the chicken stock, add the diced tomatoes, and return the chicken to the pan. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir well.
- 7
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Do not stir the rice anymore. Allow it to simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
- 8
Add Peas
Five minutes before the cooking time is up, sprinkle the frozen peas over the top of the paella, without stirring.
