Couscous Skillet Paella Recipe

Name: Couscous Skillet Paella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 skinless chicken breast (cubed); 20 frozen shrimp (defrosted and shells removed); ½ cup spicy sausage (sliced to bite size); 12 medium onion (diced); ½ cup frozen julienned bell pepper; 1 tablespoon minced garlic paste; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 1 teaspoon oregano flakes; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 ¼ cups chicken stock or 1 ¼ cups bouillon; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice; 1 ¼ cups couscous; snipped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 skinless chicken breast (cubed)
20 frozen shrimp (defrosted and shells removed)
½ cup spicy sausage (sliced to bite size)
12 medium onion (diced)
½ cup frozen julienned bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic paste
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon oregano flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 ¼ cups chicken stock or 1 ¼ cups bouillon
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 ¼ cups couscous
snipped fresh parsley

1
In a large skillet on medium heat, brown the chicken in the olive oil for about 3 minutes.
2
Mix in the shrimp, onion, bell peppers, garlic, turmeric, pepper, oregano, thyme, cayenne, and paprika.
3
Continue to cook until onions are slightly translucent.
4
Add the chicken stock and tomatoes.
5
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for approximately more 10 minutes.
6
Stir in couscous, turn off heat, cover, and let stand for about 5 7 minutes longer.
7
Uncover, stir, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.
8
***I served the Couscous Skillet Paella with toasted garlic herb bread.

855

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

155

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 skinless chicken breast (cubed), 20 frozen shrimp (defrosted and shells removed), ½ cup spicy sausage (sliced to bite size), and more.

Yes, Couscous Skillet Paella falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Couscous Skillet Paella

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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