For best results, use a paella pan if you have one. Its wide, shallow shape promotes even cooking and helps develop the socarrat (the crispy, caramelized rice on the bottom). Do not stir the paella after adding the rice, as this can make it gummy. The key is to let the rice absorb the liquid undisturbed. If the paella seems to be drying out too quickly, add a little more seafood stock or water. Feel free to customize the seafood to your liking. Mussels, lobster, or cockles would also be delicious additions. Toasting the saffron threads briefly before crushing them enhances their flavor and aroma.
Maria's Paella
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS192
Transport yourself to the sun-drenched shores of Catalonia with this vibrant paella. Bursting with fresh seafood, tender chicken, and fragrant saffron-infused rice, it's a feast for the senses and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate87 g
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Cholesterol211 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein47 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium770 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat30 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Heat olive oil in a 15-inch paella pan or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear chicken thighs until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
02 Step
Recipe View Add onion and garlic to the pan and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add calamari, shrimp, and bell peppers; cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and the calamari is slightly opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
03 Step
Recipe View Stir in seafood stock, rice, crushed tomatoes, peas, saffron, and salt. Bring to a boil, then return chicken to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, without stirring.
04 Step
Recipe View Decoratively arrange clams and jumbo shrimp on top of the rice. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.
05 Step
Recipe View Place scallops into paella. Continue simmering, covered, until rice is tender and the scallops are firm and opaque, about 5 minutes.
06 Step
Recipe View Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.
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Adan Parker
Mar 11, 2025The instructions were very clear, and the timing was spot on. I'll definitely be making this again.
Faye Zboncak
Dec 23, 2024The saffron really makes this dish special. It's definitely a restaurant-quality meal.
Violet Fisher
Jul 12, 2024I added some chorizo for a little extra flavor. It was a hit!
Maia Beier
Feb 24, 2024This paella recipe is amazing! The flavors are so rich and authentic. My family loved it!
Lucius Reichert
Dec 6, 2023I was a little intimidated to make paella, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out perfectly!