Paella (Chorizo And Mussel Paella)(The Australian “Spanish Paella “)

Paella (Chorizo And Mussel Paella)(The Australian “Spanish Paella “)

Savour the flavours of Spain with our Chicken and Chorizo Paella. Tender chicken, savoury chorizo, and fresh seafood simmered with aromatic spices and saffron-infused rice, finished with garden-fresh peas and a sprinkle of parsley. Perfect for a vibrant and satisfying meal any day of the week.

CHEF

Jason Roberts

cuisine

Italian

Difficulity

Easy/Beginner

cooperated brands

D’Orsogna

Perfection Fresh
Devondale Dairy

Paella (Chorizo And Mussel Paella)(The Australian “Spanish Paella “)

Paella (Chorizo And Mussel Paella)(The Australian “Spanish Paella “)

Full Recipe In details

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 250g chicken thigh fillet, cut into 3cm pieces
  • 2 D’Orsogna 100% Natural Chorizo, skinned and sliced
  • 6 Perfection Fresh Minicaps, split in half with the seeds removed
  • 1 long red chilli, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika
  • 2 cups short grain or Spanish rice
  • 1 cup of white wine
  • 425g can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • Generous pinch of saffron soaked in ½ cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons chopped rosemary
  • 1 kg mussels
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Methods

  • Set a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add in the oil and chicken, cooking until browned on all sides.
  • Add the D’Orsogna Chorizo, Perfection Fresh Minicaps and onion. Stir the mixture until the Chorizo has browned and the onions are soft.
  • Add in garlic and paprika, stirring for 30 seconds and ensuring the paprika does not burn.
  • Add the rice and stir well. Pour in the wine and cook until absorbed.
  • Add tomatoes, stock, saffron and rosemary.
  • Cook on low heat for 12 minutes.
  • Add the mussels and cover with a lid, cooking for a further 6-8 minutes.
  • Stir through peas and cook for an additional three minutes.
  • Garnish the Paella with parsley and serve immediately.

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