How To Make Quick and Easy Paella
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads (optional)
- 1 cup Arborio or Valencia rice
- 1/2 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound mussels, cleaned and debearded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
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In a large paella pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
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Add the bell peppers and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until slightly tender.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, broth, smoked paprika, and saffron threads (if using). Bring to a simmer.
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Add the rice and chicken to the pan, and stir to combine. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the shrimp and mussels to the pan, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the seafood is cooked through.
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Remove from heat and let the paella rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Calories : 450kcal
- Total Fat : 10g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 156mg
- Sodium : 1050mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 55g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 34g
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