Chorizo & Chicken Paella

Servings: 4 Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Difficulty: Beginner
Chorizo & Chicken Paella

Try swapping traditional seafood paella for a chicken and chorizo version – A hearty one-pan meal for all the family to enjoy!

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 40 mins Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Method

  1. Heat 3 table spoons olive oil in a large skillet, add the chicken, paprika, salt & pepper.

  2. Brown on all sides and remove from pan. Add the chorizo, brown on all sides, remove from pan and set aside with the chicken.

  3. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and fry the onions and peppers together till softened, about 4 minutes.

  4. Add in the garlic and stir through for about 1 minute. Add the white wine, allow the alcohol to cook off and liquid reduce about 3 minutes.

  5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, saffron, turmeric and paella seasoning.

  6. Add back in the chorizo and chicken. Bring to a boil then add in the rice. 

  7. The rice should be covered in liquid. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

  8. When the liquid has fully absorbed add in the peas and olives, mix all together.

  9. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

  10. Enjoy!