Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs
Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs marries smoky chorizo and saffron-perfumed rice with tender peas and creamy yolks for a vibrant, hearty bite. Briny olives and a squeeze of lemon brighten each forkful, while kidney beans add satisfying substance. Serve for a leisurely weekend breakfast or a brunch centerpiece that feels celebratory yet comforting.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 30 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 33
- Heart Health
- 80
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 45
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a paella pan or a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and chorizo. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the rice, salt, paprika, and saffron. Cook, stirring often, until the rice is lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the broth, beans, sofrito, olives, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, shaking the pan occasionally (do not stir) until the rice is nearly done but still slightly firm, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove and discard the bay leaves.
- 3
Gently fold in the peas, taking care not to disturb the bottom of the skillet. Make 4 indentations in the rice. Crack one egg into each indentation. Simmer, covered, until the whites are set and the yolks have thickened, 7 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges (if using).
- Calories 624.56 kcal High 31%
- Protein 26.32 g Good Source 53%
- Carbohydrate 86.91 g 32%
- Total Fat 18.94 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 5.69 g High 28%
- Trans Fat 0.06 g High --
- Cholesterol 251.44 mg High 84%
- Sodium 1336.87 mg High 58%
- Dietary Fiber 8.4 g Good Source 30%
- Total Sugars 2.31 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 218.01 mg Moderate 17%
- Iron 6.88 mg Good Source 38%
- Potassium 535.17 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 135.33 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 76.6 mg Good Source 85%
- Vitamin D 1.18 mcg Low Source 6%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs is a Spanish breakfast recipe made with 18 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Dried Bay Leaves, Eggs, Fresh Parsley, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 624.56 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs?
- It is a Spanish paella recipe made with 18 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dinner or lunch.
- What is Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Bay Leaves, Eggs, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, Green Olives. The full list of 18 is above.
- What goes well with Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs?
- Explore these Spanish side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 624.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs healthy?
- Morning Paella with Chorizo and Eggs has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 624.56 calories and 26.32 g of protein, or 53% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1336.87 mg (58% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.69 g (28% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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