PAELLA DE POLLO Y MARISCO 🥘🍗🦐 Una sabrosa receta de arroz, carne con almejas y gambas - Cocinatis

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: chicken

Scallops provide a similar seafood flavor with lower calories.

mussels

🥗Healthier: clams

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Clams are often less expensive and provide a similar texture.

paella rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while long-grain rice is more budget-friendly.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric adds color and some flavor, while yellow food coloring is a cost-effective substitute.

Heat olive oil in a large paella pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside; add onion and garlic to the pan, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in red bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.

Add tomato and cook until it breaks down, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in paella rice and cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the grains.

Pour in chicken broth and add saffron, paprika, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Add shrimp, mussels, and calamari on top of the rice; do not stir.

Cover the pan with a lid or foil and cook for another 10-15 minutes until seafood is cooked and rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes.

Garnish with peas, lemon wedges, and parsley before serving.

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