Effortless Spanish Rice Pilaf
Step into our culinary oasis! If you’re yearning for a taste of Spain within the comfort of your own kitchen, search no more. Our exquisite recipe for “Effortless Spanish Rice Pilaf” has you covered. This classic Spanish dish is renowned for its vibrant hues, indulgent flavors, and straightforward preparation. Combining a succulent blend of seafood, tender chicken, and fragrant saffron-infused rice, our Effortless Spanish Rice Pilaf will transport your palate to the sun-kissed shores of Valencia. Whether you’re an experienced chef or a novice in the kitchen, rest assured that this recipe is designed to be accessible and stress-free, guaranteeing a delectable and gratifying meal for all. So, let’s embark on a journey through the realm of Spanish cuisine and uncover the pure bliss of crafting Simple Paella in the comfort of your own home!
Effortless Spanish Rice Pilaf
Ingredients
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Paella:
- 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups uncooked short-grain white rice
- 1 pinch saffron threads
- 1 large bay leaf
- ½ bunch Italian flat leaf parsley chopped
- 1 quart chicken stock
- 2 medium lemons zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium Spanish onion chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper coarsely chopped
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 pound chorizo sausage casings removed and crumbled
Instructions
- In a glass bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
- To begin preparing the paella, the cook should start by adding chicken to the dish and stirring it gently until it is evenly coated. Once coated, the mixture should be covered and refrigerated until it is needed later in the cooking process.
- In a large skillet or paella pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Begin by stirring in the garlic and pepper flakes, then proceed to mix in the rice. Continuously stir and cook until the rice is thoroughly coated with oil, which should take around 3 minutes.
- The mixture can be enhanced by adding saffron threads, a bay leaf, some parsley, chicken stock, and lemon zest. Thoroughly stir until everything is well combined, then bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and allow it to simmer for approximately 20 minutes.
- As the rice simmers, heat up some olive oil in a different skillet over medium heat. Proceed to mix in the marinated chicken and cook it for about 3 minutes. Next, add the onion and continue cooking until it becomes translucent, which usually takes around 5 minutes.
- The cook adds bell pepper and sausage to the pan and proceeds to stir, using a spatula to break up the sausage. This process continues for approximately 5 minutes. Next, the cook introduces shrimp into the mix, continuing to stir until the shrimp turn a vibrant pink on the outside and their flesh becomes opaque, which typically takes about 2 minutes.
- After preparing the rice mixture, smoothly spread it onto a serving tray. Then, generously layer it with a delightful combination of meat and seafood.
