Spanish-Paella Madrid

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10
Classic Spanish-Paella Madrid recipe for a filling meal
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 small fresh clams in shell
12 medium fresh shrimp , in shells
8 ounces chorizo sausage ( or other garlic-seasoned sausage )
2 tablespoons olives ( or cooking oil )
2 1/2 lbs chicken , cut into 8 serving pieces
2 cans chicken broth ( about 4 cups )
1 medium onion , cut into wedges
1 sweet red pepper , cleaned out and cut into strips ( or green pepper )
1/2 teaspoon garlic , minced
2 cups white rice , uncooked
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon saffron
1/2 cup fresh peas ( or 1/2 of a 10 oz pkg frozen peas )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
535
Sugar
4g
Fat
21g
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish, originating in Valencia and is now enjoyed worldwide. Each region of Spain puts its own twist on the recipe which very often includes seafood, meats, vegetables and saffron rice. In this Madrid variation of the classic, the meats used include chicken and sausage. This recipe has been passed down through generations and is enjoyed as a communal dish.

Instructions

1.Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the clams and shrimp, cover, and cook until the shells start to open. Remove from pan and set aside.
2.Add the sausage to the same skillet. Cook until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
3.Add chicken to the same skillet, cook over medium heat until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
4.Add onion, garlic and pepper to the pan, sauté until the vegetables have softened. Be sure to stir in the uncooked rice and peas, and mix well.
5.Add the chicken broth, stirring again to mix well. Cover the pan and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender. Add more broth if necessary.
6.Return the clams, shrimp, sausage, and chicken to the pan. Stir well to combine, and heat throughly before serving.

PROS

This recipe is a classic and perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
The combination of shrimp, chicken, and sausage served over seasoned rice is filling and delicious.

CONS

The health drawbacks of this dish come from the fat in the sausage and the richness of the paella as a whole.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe has the benefit of being a filling meal full of protein. The saffron, an essential spice in paella, has been linked to potentially improving mood and possibly help with depression due to its antioxidant components.

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