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Amazing Seafood Paella Made Simple in 1 Pan

Seafood Paella Made Simple
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This easy seafood paella recipe is a one-pan wonder, perfect for a weeknight meal or entertaining guests. It’s a simplified version of a classic, bringing the vibrant flavors of Spain to your table with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound mussels, scrubbed and debearded
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups short-grain rice (like Arborio or Bomba)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or paella pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Add mussels to the skillet. Cover and cook until they open, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open. Remove mussels and set aside.
  4. Add onion and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Stir in smoked paprika, saffron, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  7. Stir in the rice. Return the browned chicken to the skillet.
  8. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  9. Arrange the shrimp and mussels over the rice. Sprinkle with frozen peas.
  10. Cover and continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use seafood broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Feel free to add other seafood like calamari or clams.
  • Ensure your pan is large enough to hold all the ingredients in a single layer.

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