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Spanish Saffron Paella with Shrimp and Chicken

Name: Spanish Saffron Paella with Shrimp and Chicken
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 2 cups short-grain rice; 4 cups chicken or seafood stock; 1 lb shrimp; 1 lb chicken thighs; 1 onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 red bell pepper; 1/2 cup tomato paste; 1 tsp saffron threads; olive oil; salt; pepper

A traditional Spanish paella with shrimp, chicken, and saffron-infused rice, cooked in a paella pan.

45 minutes4 servings

Method

Heat olive oil in a paella pan. Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
Add tomato paste and stir. Add rice and stir to coat.
Pour in stock and saffron. Bring to a boil.
Add shrimp and chicken. Cover and simmer 15-20 minutes.
Check for doneness. Adjust seasoning.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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