Quick N Easy Paella Recipe

Craving paella but short on time? This Quick & Easy Paella recipe delivers authentic Spanish flavors in just 40 minutes! Featuring juicy Italian sausage, succulent shrimp, and sweet peas in a vibrant tomato-based rice, this one-pan wonder is absolutely delicious and perfect for a weeknight meal. Say goodbye to mountains of dishes – only one pan to wash!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 678.3 kcal
Protein 103g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick N Easy Paella

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How to Make Quick N Easy Paella

  1. Heat olive oil in a large paella pan or wide, shallow skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Remove sausage from pan and set aside.
  2. Add onion to the pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Stir in smoked paprika and saffron threads. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in white wine and let it reduce slightly, about 1 minute.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in rice and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. Add shrimp and peas to the pan. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until shrimp is pink and opaque and rice is cooked through.
  9. Stir in the cooked sausage. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

68 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

30g

Carbs

23g