Paella with Chicken and Chorizo Recipe

Name: Paella with Chicken and Chorizo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing, divided; 1/2 lb. (225 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces King Sooper's 1 lb For $1.19 thru 02/09; 1/2 lb. (225 g) dry-cured Spanish chorizo, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 1 red pepper, chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2/3 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked; 1/2 tsp. saffron; 1/4 tsp. paprika; 1 bay leaf; 1-1/3 cups 25%-less-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

Servings: persons

1/3 cup Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
1/2 lb. (225 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces King Sooper's 1 lb For $1.19 thru 02/09
1/2 lb. (225 g) dry-cured Spanish chorizo, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2/3 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
1/2 tsp. saffron
1/4 tsp. paprika
1 bay leaf
1-1/3 cups 25%-less-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

1
Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Heat half the dressing in large ovenproof skillet on medium-high heat.
3
Add chicken and chorizo; cook and stir 5 min.
4
or until chicken is evenly browned.
5
Add remaining dressing along with the peppers, onions and garlic; cook 3 min.
6
or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
7
Add rice, saffron, paprika and bay leaf; cook and stir 1 min.
8
Stir in broth.
9
Bring to boil.
10
Place skillet in oven.
11
Bake 20 min.
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or until rice is tender and no liquid remains.
13
Remove from oven.
14
Stir in peas; cover.
15
Let stand 5 min.
16
Remove and discard bay leaf.
17
Fluff rice mixture with fork before serving.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing, divided, 1/2 lb. (225 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces King Sooper's 1 lb For $1.19 thru 02/09, 1/2 lb. (225 g) dry-cured Spanish chorizo, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices, 1 red pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Paella with Chicken and Chorizo 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!

Paella with Chicken and Chorizo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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