PORTUGUESE PAELLA

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I love the blend of flavors in this dish. This is a hearty one dish meal. The secret spice is the Saffron. Saffron is expensive, but you must add it or the taste of authentic Paella is lost.

Provided by star pooley

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lb skinless chicken thighs (6)
1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
3/4 tsp salt, divided
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
2 tsp canola oil
1 link portuguese chourico, sliced in rounds
1 c onion, chopped
1/2 c red bell pepper, chopped
1 1/2 c uncooked arborio rice or 1 1/2 cups other medium grain rice
1/2 c diced plum tomato
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/4 tsp saffron thread, crushed
1 clove garlic, minced
3 c chicken broth
3/4 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 c asparagus, cut diagonally
1/2 c frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2. Sprinkle chicken with rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
  • 3. Heat oil in a large oven proof nonstick skillet or paella pan over medium-high heat.
  • 4. Add chicken; cook for 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.
  • 5. Remove chicken from pan; cover and keep warm.
  • 6. Add chourice and cook until lightly browned;.
  • 7. Add onion and bell pepper; cook for 7 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 8. Add rice, tomato, paprika, saffron and garlic; cook for 1 minute stirring constantly.
  • 9. Return chicken to pan.
  • 10. Add broth and 1/4 teaspoon of salt; bring to boil.
  • 11. Wrap handle of pan with foil, cover pan;.
  • 12. Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes.
  • 13. Stir in shrimp, asparagus, and peas.
  • 14. Cover and bake an additional 5 minutes or until shrimp are no longer translucent.

Jaden Kotzee
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I followed the recipe exactly and the paella turned out perfectly. The flavors were amazing and the seafood was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


rama sabbagh
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This was the best paella I have ever had! The seafood was cooked to perfection and the rice was flavorful and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bonolo Mohaswa
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I made this paella for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


lorraine stevens
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This Portuguese paella was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The combination of seafood and chorizo was amazing. I will definitely be making this again!


Malik Aliaman
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I was disappointed with this paella. The rice was undercooked and the seafood was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Lily Defor
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This paella was a bit too spicy for my taste, but overall it was a good dish. I would recommend using less paprika next time.


Sarahjane Legon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the paella turned out perfectly. The flavors were amazing and the seafood was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Garaad Cilmi
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This was the best paella I have ever had! The seafood was cooked to perfection and the rice was flavorful and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Derrick Moore
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I made this paella for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavor and the presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


kabita tamang
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This Portuguese paella was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I especially loved the crispy bottom of the paella. I will definitely be making this again!


SKA BULA
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I was disappointed with this paella. The rice was overcooked and the seafood was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Chastie Jackson
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The paella was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was a good dish. I would recommend using less salt next time.


CluckZ
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This was my first time making paella and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was full of flavor.


Dahlia Stoddart
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I love Portuguese food and this paella did not disappoint. The combination of seafood and chorizo was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Reesha Ramkissoon
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This Portuguese paella was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the seafood was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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