Spanish Chicken Paella
A classic Spanish dish made with chicken, zesty saffron, and a variety of vegetables. This paella recipe is a staple of Spanish cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- ●1/2 teaspoon Zesty saffron
- ●1 cup Spanish rice
- ●2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- ●1 medium Onion, diced
- ●1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- ●1 medium Tomato, diced
- ●2 cups Chicken broth
- ●1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- ●to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a large paella pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion, bell pepper, and tomato to the pan and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the rice to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 6
Add the chicken broth, saffron, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the pan and stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes.
- 8
Add the cooked chicken back to the pan and stir to combine.
- 9
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the chicken is heated through.
- 10
Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or lemon wedges if desired.