Feast on a rich, aromatic Spanish paella dish filled with succulent chicken, juicy shrimp, and a vibrant medley of spices. Paella is a perfect family feast dish that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. It's also gluten-free!
Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, parsley, and red chili powder. Set aside to marinade for at least 15 minutes.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs and sear until golden brown. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and diced bell peppers. Cook until softened.
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Stir in the minced garlic until fragrant, followed by the crushed saffron threads and turmeric.
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Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and stir, coating the rice with the spices.
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Pour in the chicken broth gradually, stirring after each addition. Wait until each addition of broth is mostly absorbed before adding the next.
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Return the chicken to the skillet, cover and simmer until the rice is tender.
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Stir in the cooked shrimp and halved grape tomatoes. Cook until the shrimp is heated through.
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Serve the paella with fresh lemon wedges on the side for guests to squeeze over their portions as desired.