Quick Chicken and Chorizo Paella Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken and Chorizo Paella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 ounces chorizo sausage; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; ¼ teaspoon paprika; 2 cups medium grain rice or 2 cups short-grain rice; 1 pinch saffron; 2 bay leaves; 4 cups chicken stock; 1 14 lbs cooked chicken; 1 tomatoes, chopped; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

14 ounces chorizo sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
¼ teaspoon paprika
2 cups medium grain rice or 2 cups short-grain rice
1 pinch saffron
2 bay leaves
4 cups chicken stock
1 14 lbs cooked chicken
1 tomatoes, chopped
salt and pepper

1
Heat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Heat a large oven-proof casserole or paella pan over high heat.
3
Remove the casing from the chorizo, break into chunks and add to the pan.
4
Cook until done.
5
(Do not drain the oil).
6
Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic.
7
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 3 minutes.
8
Add the rice, paprika, saffron and bay leaves.
9
Stir to combine and coat the rice.
10
Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil.
11
Add the chicken and tomato, stir to combine.
12
Transfer the pan to the oven.
13
Cook uncovered until the rice is tender and no liquid remains, about 20 minutes.
14
Remove from the oven and fluff with a fork.

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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: 14 ounces chorizo sausage, 1 small onion, chopped, 1 red bell pepper, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Quick Chicken and Chorizo 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!

Quick Chicken and Chorizo Paella

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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