Paella Valenciana Recipe

Name: Paella Valenciana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thick strips; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 2 medium red or green bell peppers, chopped; 2 c. long-grain rice; 2 (14 1/2 oz. each) cans chicken broth; 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes, undrained and cut up; 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas, thawed; 1 Tbsp. Lawry's seasoned salt; 1 tsp. Lawry's garlic powder with parsley; 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce; 1/4 c. sliced green olives

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thick strips
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 medium red or green bell peppers, chopped
2 c. long-grain rice
2 (14 1/2 oz. each) cans chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes, undrained and cut up
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas, thawed
1 Tbsp. Lawry's seasoned salt
1 tsp. Lawry's garlic powder with parsley
1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1/4 c. sliced green olives

1
In paella pan or large skillet, brown chicken in oil.
2
Add shrimp and cook until pink.
3
Remove and set aside.
4
Keep warm.
5
In same skillet, saute onion and bell peppers.
6
Add rice, broth and tomatoes.
7
Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer 25 minutes.
8
Add peas, seasoned salt, garlic powder with parsley, hot pepper sauce and reserved chicken and shrimp mixture.
9
Blend well. Heat 10 minutes.
10
Stir in olives.

962

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

101

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thick strips, 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/2 c. chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Paella Valenciana 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!

Paella Valenciana

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