Quick Chicken Paella Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken Paella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs; 2 onions, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 28 ounces diced tomatoes; 2 cups chicken stock; 1 1/2 cups long grain rice; 2 zucchini, sliced

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
28 ounces diced tomatoes
2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups long grain rice
2 zucchini, sliced

1
In a large deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat and brown the chicken all over.
2
Remove and set aside.
3
Add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook over medium heat, stirring, for 5 minutes.
4
Add the paprika, salt, turmeric and pepper and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
5
Add the tomatoes, rice and stock and bring to a boil.
6
Return the chicken to the skillet.
7
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until the juices run clear when the chicken is pierced and the rice is almost tender.
8
Add the zucchini and cook, covered, for 6 minutes or until the rice is tender.

975

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, 2 onions, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Quick 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.

Quick Chicken Paella

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