Paella Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Gather all the ingredients and prepare them by chopping the bell peppers, onion, and tomato. Mince the garlic.

2. 2

   Cook the Chicken and Chorizo

   In a large paella pan or a wide skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and chorizo, cooking until the chicken is browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same pan, add the diced onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

4. 4

   Add Rice and Spices

   Stir in the Bomba rice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.

5. 5

   Add Liquids and Saffron

   Pour in the chicken broth and add the saffron threads. Bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Combine Everything

   Return the chicken and chorizo to the pan. Add the diced tomato and frozen peas. Stir gently to combine.

7. 7

   Cook the Paella

   Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender.

8. 8

   Add Shrimp

   In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the shrimp on top of the mixture, covering the pan again until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

9. 9

   Serve

   Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.