Best 6 Chicken And Sausage Paella Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spain with our selection of delectable chicken and sausage paella recipes. This iconic dish, originating from the Valencia region, is a symphony of colors, textures, and aromas. Savor the tender chicken and succulent sausage, perfectly complemented by the vibrant medley of vegetables, fragrant saffron, and aromatic herbs. Dive into the comforting embrace of traditional paella, prepared with short-grain bomba rice, or explore innovative variations featuring basmati or brown rice. Whether you prefer a classic seafood paella brimming with plump shrimp, mussels, and calamari, or a hearty vegetarian version bursting with an array of garden-fresh vegetables, we have a paella recipe to tantalize every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE PAELLA



Chicken and Sausage Paella image

Make and share this Chicken and Sausage Paella recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jens Kitchen

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large chicken, cut up
salt and pepper
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 sweet sausages, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 1/2 cups short-grain white rice
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 bay leaf
2 cups fresh peas
1 teaspoon paprika
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In a saucepan, heat the broth over moderate heat; keep warm.
  • In a large, shallow skillet or a paella pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat. Sprinkle the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, add to the skillet and saute for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove and drain.
  • Add the garlic and sausage slices to the pan and saute for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until brown. Remove the sausage, drain on paper towels and set aside.
  • Place the skillet back over moderate heat and add the remaining tablespoon of oil if needed. Add the onion and red pepper and saute for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is golden brown.
  • Add the rice and stir to coat it well with the oil and vegetables. Add the parsley and the bay leaf and stir in the warm broth and the peas. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, over moderately high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix in the chicken and sausage. Sprinkle the dish with paprika. Place the paella in the oven and bake, uncovered, for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 746.4, Fat 39.1, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 141.9, Sodium 859.4, Carbohydrate 52.8, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 4.9, Protein 44

CHICKEN AND SMOKED SAUSAGE PAELLA



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Use a dry smoked cooked sausage for this, and please try not to omit the smoked sausage and the saffron, it is what makes this rice dish!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups dry smoked sausage, sliced about 1/2-inch diagonallly (can use more)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons fresh garlic, chopped (or to taste)
1 -2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 cups rice (use short grain rice for this)
1 pinch saffron
2 bay leaves
4 cups chicken broth
6 cups cooked chicken, cut into chunks (i just use the meat from one whole cooked chicken)
1 cup frozen peas
2 ripe plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Set oven to 400 degrees.
  • Heat oil in a large paella pan or oven-proof casserole dish (don't worry about a lid!).
  • Add in sliced smoked sausage and cook stirring until browned (about 2 minutes).
  • Add in onion, garlic, red bell pepper, paprika, saffron and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) cook, stirring for about 3-4 minutes, or until veggies are tender.
  • Add in rice, saffron and bay leaves; stir to combine to coat the rice.
  • Add in the stock; bring to a boil, then add in the cooked chicken, frozen peas and chopped tomato; stir to combine, then season with salt and black pepper.
  • Transfer the pot or casserole dish to the oven.
  • Cook uncovered until the rice is tender and no liquid remains (about 20-25 minutes).
  • Remove from the oven and fluff with a fork.
  • Serve right away.

PRESSURE COOKER PAELLA WITH CHICKEN THIGHS AND SMOKED SAUSAGE



Pressure Cooker Paella with Chicken Thighs and Smoked Sausage image

This is a no-seafood paella, flavored completely with chicken and smoked sausage. The recipe uses chicken thighs, which can be browned (as dictated by the recipe) to draw out the deliciousness from the skin, or cooked within the paella mixture for a lighter flavor. Either way, a super delicious dish made quickly in a pressure cooker.

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
salt to taste
6 ounces smoked sausage, diced
1 medium sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups medium-grain white rice
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 ½ teaspoons ground turmeric
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch saffron
¼ cup dry sherry
2 ¾ cups chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and warm for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Season chicken thighs with salt. Place chicken skin-side down in the oil. Cook until skin is golden, 4 to 6 minutes. Slide a spatula underneath several times to prevent skin from sticking to the pot. Turn and cook until other side is lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer chicken thighs to a plate.
  • Add sausage, onion, and bell pepper to the pot. Saute until onion is softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add rice, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, and saffron. Stir constantly until spices are aromatic and rice becomes translucent and shiny.
  • Pour in sherry and cook until absorbed, about 1 minute. Cover ingredients with chicken broth. Scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Turn off Saute setting and place chicken thighs on top of the rice. Turn pressure regulator to sealing position; select Manual and set cooking time for 12 minutes at high pressure. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method for 10 minutes according to manufacturer's instructions. Turn pressure regular to 'venting' and release remaining pressure. Remove lid, take out chicken thighs, and pour in tomatoes and peas. Mix well.
  • Switch to Saute mode and cook until liquid is mostly evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes more. Top each serving of rice with a chicken thigh.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.2 g, Cholesterol 64.8 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 1173.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

PAELLA CUBANA CON CHORIZO, MARISCO Y POLLO (CUBAN PAELLA WITH SAUSAGE, SEAFOOD AND CHICKEN)



Paella Cubana con Chorizo, Marisco y Pollo (Cuban Paella with Sausage, Seafood and Chicken) image

A very traditional Cuban dish and originally from Spain, this dish is a seafood paradise, including the best ingredients which give it a very zestful taste. It is very time consuming, and takes several hours to cook, but the results are well worth it! This is a delicious traditional Cuban Paella. You will need a paellera pan or...

Provided by R C

Categories     Fish

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 24

THE MEAT
4 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 1/2 lb chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
1 c spanish pork sausage (chorizo) cooked, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
1 1/2 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 medium lobster tails (meat removed and cut into small pieces)
2 lb meduim-sized scallops
1 1/2 lb mahi mahi filets, cut into medium sized cubes
THE HERBS, SPICES AND GOOD STUFF
4 c chicken broth
8 clove garlic, minced
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, sliced, for garnish
2 medium bay leafs
3/4 c red wine
3 c valencia rice, par-boiled
5 c water
2 tsp kosher salt
2 packets goya sazon con azafron (saffron)
1 1/2 c frozen peas
1 can(s) asparagus, canned, for garnish
12 grape or cherry tomatoes, for garnish
1/4 c tomato sauce, no-salt added

Steps:

  • 1. STEP 1-STARTING YOUR PAELLA: You will need a paellera or large covered pot.
  • 2. Heat the olive oil over medium-high in the paellera. Lightly brown the chicken pieces on both sides, then place the sausage (chorizo) while the chicken is frying. Once the chicken is browned on both sides, remove the chicken and sausage and place them in a large bowl.
  • 3. Next place the onions, green bell peppers and garlic in the paellera and saute until the onion is translucent.
  • 4. Add the salt, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and wine to the paellera. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • 5. Add the chicken, sausage, rice, water, bay leafs, peas and saffron to the paellera. Stir in all the ingredients well. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for half an hour. The rice should be tender at this point.
  • 6. STEP 2-THE FISH PREPARATION: While the rice is cooking, prepare the seafood.
  • 7. Heat extra olive oil in a large pan, and saute a few extra sausage pieces in the olive oil. Remove the sausage, then saute the shrimp, pieces of lobster, mahi-mahi and scallops for a couple of minutes.
  • 8. Remove the seafood, and mix into the paellera, stirring all of the seafood into the rice.
  • 9. Remove paellera from stove, and place in the oven (preheat to 350 degrees). Bake for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  • 10. Allow to cool for 5 minutes and serve. You may also garnish with sliced red bell peppers, asparagus spears and tomatoes . Enjoy!

ARTICHOKE AND CHICKEN SAUSAGE CAULIFLOWER "PAELLA"



Artichoke and Chicken Sausage Cauliflower

I just love a great one-pot dish that makes everyone go wow. I prepare, cook, and serve right out of my beautiful braising pan. You can also use your paella pan. Thank you to D&D Market (the new Wethersfield, CT store) for the fresh ingredients to make this great recipe. Using cauliflower as your rice makes this dish a perfect paleo side dish or main course! This is also a stove-to-table dish without any mess in 30 minutes!

Provided by Cindy Anschutz Barbieri

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
2 tablespoons hot water
½ teaspoon saffron threads
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil , divided
3 links sweet Italian chicken sausage, diced
1 large zucchini, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 carrot, grated
2 cloves garlic, or more to taste, minced
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 (15 ounce) can artichokes, drained
3 cups chicken stock
sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ½ cups snow peas

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower florets in a food processor; pulse into grains the size of rice.
  • Combine hot water and saffron threads in a small bowl; let stand for 3 minutes to infuse.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a paella pan over medium heat. Add sausage; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in zucchini and onion; cook for 3 minutes. Add saffron infusion, carrot, garlic, and cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir cauliflower "rice" and artichokes into the pan. Cook and stir until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Pour in stock; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until most of the stock is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Stir in snow peas; simmer until all stock is absorbed, 3 to 5 minutes more.
  • Remove paella from the heat and drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 25.6 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 2195.6 mg, Sugar 9 g

TRADITIONAL PAELLA WITH CHICKEN, SAUSAGE AND SHRIMP



TRADITIONAL PAELLA WITH CHICKEN, SAUSAGE AND SHRIMP image

Categories     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Simmer

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 15

One 6 oz. package Farmhouse® Spanish Rice
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup white wine
6 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
6 oz. smoked sausage, sliced
1-1/2 cups water
One 14 oz. can diced tomatoes, not drained
1/2 cup frozen peas, unthawed
1 teaspoon oregano
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 oz. raw shrimp, uncooked
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, red bell pepper and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until soft. Add rice and cook 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add white wine and cook until absorbed about 3-4 minutes. Add chicken and sausage and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add water, contents of seasoning packet, tomatoes, peas, oregano and cayenne pepper and bring just to a boil. Reduce heat to low boil, cover, and cook for 20 minutes. Add shrimp and cook, covered, an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat, uncover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Top with cheese and serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Organic, free-range chicken and sausage, fresh vegetables, and flavorful spices will make all the difference.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of rice. Paella is traditionally made with short-grain rice, but you can also use medium or long-grain rice. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • Cook the paella in a large pan or skillet so that the rice has plenty of room to spread out and cook evenly.
  • Add the liquid to the paella gradually, and stir constantly to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.
  • Don't overcook the paella. The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Let the paella rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Chicken and sausage paella is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, paella is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give chicken and sausage paella a try!

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