Paella Recipe

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Paella Recipe combines chicken, shrimp, sausage, and rice blending wonderfully with herbs and spices for traditional Spanish preparations with always plenty to share. This classic recipe teaches authentic paella preparation while accommodating generous serving requirements for family gatherings and special occasions. The abundant nature ensures entertaining success.

Paella

This paella made with chicken, shrimp, sausage, and rice blend wonderfully with herbs and spices! There is always plenty to go around!

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

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  • 5 (4 ounce) links hot Italian sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces

  • 5 (4 ounce) links mild Italian sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces

  • 15 raw chicken tenders or strips

  • 2 pounds large shrimp – peeled and deveined

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips

  • 1 large stalk celery, with leaves, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (Optional)

  • 2 cups uncooked long grain rice

  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes, juice reserved

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • ¾ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 3 ½ cups chicken broth

Directions

  1. Heat a wok over medium-high heat. Fry hot and mild Italian sausage pieces in the wok until brown on all sides. Remove sausage pieces, and fry chicken strips in sausage drippings until browned. Remove chicken and sauté onions, green pepper, celery, and garlic for 5 minutes or until tender.

  2. Stir in uncooked rice, tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, oregano, and turmeric. Cook and stir for 1 minute, then mix in reserved tomato juice and chicken broth. Add chicken pieces, cover, and simmer about 20 minutes.

  3. Add sausage to mixture, and continue to simmer 15 minutes. Stir in the shrimp; cover and cook for 5 to 10 more minutes or until shrimp is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

617 Calories
24g Fat
39g Carbs
56g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 617
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g31%
Saturated Fat 8g41%
Cholesterol 230mg77%
Sodium 1730mg75%
Total Carbohydrate 39g14%
Dietary Fiber 2g6%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 56g112%
Vitamin C 20mg22%
Calcium 120mg9%
Iron 8mg42%
Potassium 823mg18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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