This easy chicken and chorizo paella makes a great party-sized meal. Packed with Spanish-inspired flavors, this one-pan meal is ready to serve in under an hour.
Difficulty 3/5 Prep Time 10 MIN Cook Time 40 MIN Serves 6-8
FEATURED PRODUCTS
INGREDIENTS
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 pound chorizo, sliced
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron, ground
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 white onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a medium saucepan, heat chicken stock and saffron.
- Heat Skillet over medium-high heat, 4-5 minutes. Season chicken on all sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Cook chorizo for 2-3 minutes, stirring often. Add onion and garlic and continue to cook until onion softens, 5-7 minutes. Stir in rice and add broth. Bring to a boil, stirring often.
- Add peas and top with chicken. Bake until liquid is absorbed, and chicken is cooked through, 20 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Courtesy of Lodge Cast Iron.