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Chicken Paella
Short-grain rice, saffron, chicken, peppers, and peas cook wide and shallow for a Valencia-style paella.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 3 min📖 1 min readServes 5~510 kcal🇪🇸 Spanish🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 38 min cook 5 min rest
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 1 h 3 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking38 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) paella rice
- 600 gr chicken thighs
- 1 tutam saffron
- 1 adet red pepper
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) peas
- 5 su bardağı(~1000 ml) chicken stock
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) olive oil
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Instructions
- 1
Complete this step with chicken thighs and chicken stock, following the same order as the source.
8 min08:00 - 2
Cook paella rice and chicken thighs for 4 minutes until softened, browned, or fragrant as described.
4 min04:00 - 3
Assemble chicken thighs and saffron and chicken stock in the order described, keeping the layers neat.
- 4
Cook paella rice and chicken thighs for 18 minutes until softened, browned, or fragrant as described.
18 min18:00 - 5
Cook peas for 7-8 minutes until softened, browned, or fragrant as described.
12 min12:30
💡 Tip: Adding paella rice at the right moment protects its texture and aroma.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve fresh with citrus wedges to brighten paella rice.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~510
kcal calories
29
g protein
66
g carbs
15
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 51%Fat 26%
GI 7 · Low GIGL 5 · Low GL
3.7g
Sugar
2.8g
Fiber
792.8mg
Sodium
3.3g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Chicken Paella make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Chicken Paella take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 38 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 63 minutes in total.Is Chicken Paella difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Chicken Paella have?
Approximately 510 kcal per serving. Protein: 29g, carbs: 66g, fat: 15g.Is Chicken Paella allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Chicken Paella belong to?
This recipe belongs to Spanish cuisine.How many ingredients does Chicken Paella need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Chicken Paella filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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