PRESSURE COOKER PAELLA WITH CHICKEN THIGHS AND SMOKED SAUSAGE
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
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
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Nur Nobi
[email protected]I've made this paella several times now, and it's always a success. It's a great way to impress guests, and it's also easy enough to make for a weeknight meal. I highly recommend it!
JK-SAKIB S
[email protected]This paella is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then reheat it for dinner during the week.
kazeem lukman
[email protected]I love the vibrant colors of this paella! The saffron gives the rice a beautiful golden hue, and the vegetables add a pop of color. It's a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
Eustacie Matthews
[email protected]Perfect for a weeknight meal! This paella is quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Isaiah And friends
[email protected]This paella was a great way to use up leftover chicken and sausage. I also added some shrimp and mussels to the pot, and it turned out fantastic! I will definitely be making this again.
Surachhya Karmacharya
[email protected]So easy to make! I love that I can throw everything in the pressure cooker and have a delicious meal in no time.
Vijju Bangaram
[email protected]The paella was a bit dry. I think I would add more liquid next time.
Muhammad Burhan Khalid
[email protected]I was skeptical about making paella in a pressure cooker, but I'm so glad I tried it! The rice cooked evenly and the chicken and sausage were incredibly tender. I will definitely be making this again.
THABO Mokoena
[email protected]Really good! The smokiness from the sausage added a nice depth of flavor to the paella.
Salih Danmaiganye
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the paella turned out amazing! The flavors were incredible and the chicken and sausage were cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!
ebb whitt
[email protected]Delicious! The rice was cooked perfectly and the chicken and sausage were moist and flavorful.
Sue Fee
[email protected]This paella was a hit with my family! The chicken thighs and smoked sausage were cooked perfectly, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I especially loved the crispy bits of rice on the bottom of the pot. I will definitely be making this again.