Easy Chicken Paella Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken Paella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 3 chillies, I used dried chillies; 1 chorizo sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin; 1 tsp hot or smoked paprika; 3 chicken breasts, cut in chunks; 2 sausages, sliced; 1 salt, to taste; 600 ml chicken stock; 150 grams Prawns; 2 tbsp chopped parsley or coriander; 1 cup rice

Servings: persons

1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 chillies, I used dried chillies
1 chorizo sliced
2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 tsp hot or smoked paprika
3 chicken breasts, cut in chunks
2 sausages, sliced
1 salt, to taste
600 ml chicken stock
150 grams Prawns
2 tbsp chopped parsley or coriander
1 cup rice

1
Brown the chicken in 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
2
About 3-4 minutes.
3
Remove chicken when done, using the same pan, add the final tablespoon of olive oil, sausages and chorizo.
4
Reduce heat, Careful not to burn the chorizo.
5
About 2-3 minutes.
6
When the chorizo is nice and crispy add the onion and softened.
7
About 2-3 minutes.
8
Add the garlic, chillies and paprika and a pinch of salt.
9
Fry for a further 2-3 minutes.
10
Add the chicken back to the pan with half of the stock.
11
Simmer for 20-25 minutes on low heat.
12
Add the rice to the pan and remainder of stock and seal with lid.
13
Simmer for a further 30 minutes on a low heat or until the liquid has all been absorbed.
14
And rice is cooked.
15
Stir occasionally.
16
Add the prawns 10 minutes after the rice and simmer for the remainder of the 30 minutes.
17
Check seasoning and let the paella rest for 5-10 minutes.
18
When its cooked, sprinkle some chopped parsley or coriander over the rice.

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 3 chillies, I used dried chillies, 1 chorizo sliced, and more.

Yes, Easy Chicken Paella falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Easy Chicken Paella

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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