mary berry chicken chorizo recipe

chicken chorizo recipe

Paella-style chicken and chorizo rice – This is a wonderful twist on the traditional paella. It’s incredibly flavorful and makes for a delicious lunch or dinner dish.

Basic ingredients for chicken chorizo recipe

  • 9 0z (2250g), boneless, skinless chicken legs 3.5 oz (100%) chorizo sausage, thinly chopped
  • 2 cups (500ml), chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup (30ml), white wine
  • 1 pinch of saffron threads
  • 1/2 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 bell pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1g), smoked paprika
  • 7 Z (200g), paella rice or Arborio rice 1/2 cup (660g), frozen peas olive oils salt and to taste Lemon slices (optional).

How to make chicken chorizo recipe

  • Slice the chorizo into thin strips and then cut the chicken into 1-inch (3 cm) pieces.
  • Add the chicken stock, wine, and saffron to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil on medium heat. Set aside.
  • Heat a 9 inch (23cm) paella pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chorizo for 2 minutes, until it begins to release its oils. Transfer the chorizo to a plate.
  • Place the pieces of chicken in a pan. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the chicken is slightly golden. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • After this, Cook the onion and garlic in the pan for 5 minutes, or until the onion is softened.
  • Cook the red pepper, tomato, and paprika for another 2-3 minutes, or until the tomato water has evaporated.
  • Now Stir the chicken and chorizo back into the pan.
  • Mix the chicken stock with the rice. Stir and then add the rice to the bowl.
  • At this point, stop stirring. Bring to boil.
  • After this, Turned the heat down to medium and then cover with a lid for about fifteen to twenty minutes.
  • You can add more stock if necessary.
  • Cover the peas and continue to cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Allow paella to cool on the stove for five minutes, then cover it and allow it to rest covered until ready for serving.

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