Seafood Paella with Chorizo
Seafood Paella with Chorizo is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your table. This one-pan wonder features succulent shrimp, tender mussels, and spicy chorizo nestled in saffron-infused Arborio rice. Perfect for family gatherings or impressing friends on game day, this paella promises an explosion of flavors with every bite. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb fresh mussels, cleaned
- 4 oz spicy Spanish chorizo, sliced
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large paella pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in chorizo and yellow bell pepper; cook until chorizo begins to brown.
- Add Arborio rice along with smoked paprika and saffron; stir to combine.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until most liquid is absorbed.
- Gently fold in shrimp and mussels; cover and cook until seafood is fully cooked (about 5–7 minutes).
- Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, feel free to substitute chorizo with chicken or try a vegetarian version by using mushrooms instead. This paella is also conveniently adaptable for meal prep or special occasions.