Super Easy Paella
My dad is from spain and growing up we had the real" thing for every holiday. I have been able to serve this to my extended family with no one the wiser and it is a lot quicker and easier than the traditional one and you don't need the paella pan."
Steps
Chop the chicken into 1 inch chunks.
Salt , pepper and garlic powder the meat.
Brown in oil that has been heated in a large pot such as a dutch oven.
Remove chicken and add peppers , onion , garlic , and cook until soft.
Remove and put with chicken.
In the same pot , combine , the tomatoes and the liquid with the broth and water.
Bring to a boil.
Add turmeric and paprika and stir in the rice.
Add the chicken and vegetables.
Cover tightly and reduce heat to simmer.
Cook for 30-35 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
Add shrimp and scallops be sure to push them to the bottom under the rice.
Cook for 5-10 minutes uncovered or until the shrimp are pink', you may add a can of peas which i don't but it is the traditional way"]".
Ingredients
red pepper, green pepper, onion, olive oil, stewed tomatoes, chicken broth, water, parboiled rice, turmeric, paprika, garlic cloves, shrimp, scallops, boneless skinless chicken