New Orleans Style Paella
Transform your dinner table with the bold, vibrant flavors of New Orleans Style Paella—a mouthwatering fusion of Spanish tradition and Southern flair. This one-pan masterpiece pairs smoky andouille sausage, tender chicken thighs, and succulent shrimp with sweet bell peppers, celery, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cayenne. Toasted white rice absorbs a rich medley of chicken stock and crushed tomatoes, while littleneck clams add a briny depth of flavor. With pops of color from frozen peas and a fresh garnish of parsley, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for gatherings or a hearty family meal, serve it with zesty lemon wedges for a citrusy finish. Classic comfort meets Louisiana zest in this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 large green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 littleneck clams, scrubbed clean
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or paella pan over medium heat.
Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan. Cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat it in the spices and oil, letting it toast slightly for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken stock and crushed tomatoes, stirring to combine. Add the bay leaves.
Return the browned sausage and chicken back to the pan and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Lower the heat, cover, and let cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Nestle the shrimp and clams into the rice mixture, making sure the clams are hinge-side down. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and the clams have opened.
Sprinkle in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, uncovered.
Discard any unopened clams. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 808 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.9 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 33.0 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 1428 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
