Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella
Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella layers saffron-scented rice with chorizo, chicken, shrimp, mussels, and squid for a rich, aromatic bite in every forkful. The smoky paprika notes from chorizo and the briny sweetness of shellfish balance beautifully with tender vegetables. Serve this festive, colorful dish for weekend gatherings or celebratory dinners when you want a showstopping one-pan meal.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 24 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 38
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 54
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a paella pan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and pepper; cook and stir for a few minutes. Add the chorizo sausage, diced chicken, and rice; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 3 ½ cups stock, wine, thyme leaves, and saffron. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 2
Taste the rice to see if it is cooked. If it is not, stir in ½ cup more stock. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally. Add more stock if needed, using up to 2 cups additional stock for a total of 5 cups. Cook until the rice is done.
- 3
Stir in the squid, tomatoes, and peas. Cook for 2 minutes. Arrange the prawns and mussels on top. Cover with foil and leave for 3 to 5 minutes.
- 4
Remove the foil and scatter parsley over the dish. Serve in the paella pan, garnished with lemon wedges.
- Calories 602.58 kcal High 30%
- Protein 44.64 g Good Source 89%
- Carbohydrate 60.61 g 22%
- Total Fat 18.2 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 3.61 g Moderate 18%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 193.0 mg High 64%
- Sodium 1228.05 mg High 53%
- Dietary Fiber 5.83 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 2.22 g --
- Added Sugars 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 118.94 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 4.88 mg Good Source 27%
- Potassium 647.09 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 46.47 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 48.44 mg Good Source 54%
- Vitamin D 0.19 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella is made with 20 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 602.58 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella made of?
- The main ingredients are Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 20 is above.
- How long does it take to make Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella?
- About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 45 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 602.58 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 20 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella healthy?
- Classic Spanish Seafood and Chicken Paella has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 602.58 calories and 44.64 g of protein, or 89% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1228.05 mg (53% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.61 g (18% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Fish, Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, 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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