Spanish Chicken and Seafood Paella Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of short-grain rice
• 4 cups of chicken broth
• 1 pound of chicken breast, diced
• 1 pound of mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, and clams)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 bell peppers, chopped
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon of saffron threads
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ½ cup of olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown, then remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
5. Add the smoked paprika and saffron threads and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Add the rice to the pan and stir well to coat with the spices and vegetables.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and stir well. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and simmer for 10 minutes.
8. Add the cooked chicken and mixed seafood to the pan, and stir gently.
9. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the seafood is cooked through.
10. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
11. Serve hot with chopped parsley on top.

Verdict:

This Spanish chicken and seafood paella recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that will impress your guests. The combination of smoked paprika, saffron, and mixed seafood adds a unique taste to the dish that will leave you craving for more. The dish is hearty and filling with juicy chicken and succulent seafood making it a perfect main course dish.

Serving suggestions:

Serve this delicious Spanish chicken and seafood paella with a green salad, garlic bread, and a chilled white wine to make a filling and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. Enjoy!