One Hour Shrimp Paella Recipe

Name: One Hour Shrimp Paella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 8 ounces smoked ham, cut in 1/2-inch cubes; 2 cups chopped onions; 1 cup chopped red bell pepper; ¼ teaspoon saffron, threads crumbled; ¼ teaspoon spanish hot paprika; 3 ¼ cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided; 1 ½ cups arborio rice; 1 lb uncooked peeled and deveined large shrimp; ½ cup pimento stuffed olive, halved

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add smoked ham, onions and bell pepper, and saute until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
3
Stir in saffrom and paprika, then 3 cups of broth, and rice.
4
Bring to boil.
5
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
6
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is almost tender, about 15 minutes.
7
Nestle shrimp into rice, top with olives, and drizzle with 1/4 cup broth to moisten.
8
Cover and cook until shrimp are just opaque in center, about 6 minutes.
9
Season to taste with more salt and pepper.

877

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

104

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 8 ounces smoked ham, cut in 1/2-inch cubes, 2 cups chopped onions, 1 cup chopped red bell pepper, and more.

Yes, One Hour Shrimp 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!

One Hour Shrimp Paella

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Variations & substitutions

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