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.

Gwanim Dorathy
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This paella is the perfect dish for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Slitch
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This paella is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's packed with flavor and the rice is cooked perfectly.


Mohammed Tantawi
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This paella is amazing! I'm definitely making it again.


Stella Erhuyi
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This paella is the best thing I've ever eaten. I could eat it every day.


Delores Nelson
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This paella is a work of art. It's so beautiful and flavorful, I almost didn't want to eat it.


Allahudin Dad Allahudin Dad kakar
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I'm a professional chef, and I have to say this paella is one of the best I've ever had. The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the chicken and sausage are cooked to perfection.


FF Raiyan
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This paella was a complete disaster. The rice was undercooked, the chicken was tough, and the sausage was bland. I'm never making this again.


Victoria Mueller
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my paella turned out really dry. Maybe I didn't add enough liquid.


Jifar Isak
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This paella was a bit too salty for my taste, but I still ate it all. It was just too good to leave on the plate.


KHLOE QUEEN
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The rice in this paella was a bit mushy for my taste, but the chicken and sausage were cooked well.


Upscaled FMVs
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This paella was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use a milder sausage.


Flash Bubbie
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I'm not a big fan of paella, but this dish was actually really good. The chicken and sausage were cooked perfectly, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful.


Sanjiwa Kumara
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This paella is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and filling.


Ngcebo Dlamini
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I love the vibrant colors of this dish. It's so inviting and makes me want to dig in.


Opoku Williams
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This paella was a great way to use up some leftover chicken and sausage. It was also a nice change of pace from my usual weeknight meals.


pelicane madotyeni
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I wasn't sure how the chicken and sausage would go together, but it was surprisingly good! The smokiness of the sausage complemented the chicken perfectly.


Awumey Joseph
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. I especially liked the crispy bits of sausage and the tender chicken.


Monalisa Paul
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I've made this paella several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are amazing, and it's a great dish to serve at a party or potluck.


Abena Frimpomaa
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This paella was a hit with my family! The chicken and smoked sausage were cooked perfectly, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I loved the addition of bell peppers and tomatoes, which gave the dish a nice pop of color and flavor.