Chicken and Sausage Paella

Name: Chicken and Sausage Paella
Prep time: 20 s
Cook time: 35 s
Total time: 60 s
Yield: 9
Cuisine: Español
Ingredients: 1 pound bonelessskinless chicken thighstrimmed of excess fatcut into 2-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 ounces dry-cured Spanish chorizocasing removedsliced 1/4-inch-thick on the bias; 1 medium Spanish onionfinely chopped (about 1 cup); 1 small tomatofinely chopped; 4 cloves garlicfinely chopped; 3 1/4 cups waterdivided; 1/2 teaspoon saffron threadscrusheddissolved in 1/4 cup hot water; 1 large lemon or lime frozen fruit barmelted and stick discarded; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 2 teaspoons MAGGI Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon; 1 1/2 cups short-grain rice (such as Valencia or Arborio); 1/4 cup chopped roasted red bell peppers; 1/2 cup frozen green peasthawed; 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves or cilantro

Official MAGGI®

Level

Intermediate

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Servings

9 servings, about 1 cup each

Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that cooks in one pan. This version with chicken and chorizo is delicious and hearty enough to serve while entertaining.

Chicken and Sausage Paella is an inviting and festive dish deeply rooted in Spanish tradition. This recipe from Official MAGGI® masterfully combines succulent chicken with spicy chorizo, creating a flavorful and hearty meal perfect for any occasion—not just Christmas mains or Fall dinners.

From its golden hue to its aromatic spices, every grain of short-grain rice benefits from the subtle depth added by the MAGGI Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon. The inclusion of smoked Spanish paprika elevates the dish with a hint of smokiness, perfectly complementing the rich taste of dry-cured Spanish chorizo.

Skillfully prepared, this sausage and chicken paella offers a delightful culinary experience, making it ideal for intermediate cooks who enjoy creating one-pot meals. This dish effortlessly captures the essence of a traditional Spanish paella recipe. Enjoy this sensational sausage chicken paella any time you wish to bring a touch of Spanish warmth and tradition to your table.