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Mexican-Style Seafood Paella Recipe
Mexican-Style Seafood Paella
Bring bold Tex-Mex flair to your table with this vibrant Mexican-style paella. Packed with juicy chicken, smoky chorizo, tender shrimp, and briny mussels, this one-pan dish layers rich spices, fresh peppers, and citrusy brightness for a meal that’s perfect for sharing.
(See full ingredient list below)
Instructions
Step 1
Heat oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 3–5 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 2
Add the chorizo, onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeños to the skillet. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant. Stir in the rice, cumin, and oregano, cooking for another 2–3 minutes until the rice is well coated.
Step 3
Stir in the tomatoes, broth, chipotle peppers, and turmeric. Bring the mixture to a boil, then return the chicken to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 12–15 minutes.
Step 4
Nestle the mussels and shrimp into the rice. Continue cooking for 10–12 minutes, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, the rice is tender, the shrimp and chicken are cooked through, and the mussels have opened.
Step 5
Discard any mussels that remain closed. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Recipe Tip
Before cooking, scrub the mussels and remove the beards. Discard any mussels with cracked shells or any that do not close when tapped.
Paella, Mexican-Style
While traditional paella originates from Spain, this Mexican-inspired version adds a bold twist using ingredients like red peppers, jalapeños, chipotle peppers, cilantro, and lime—staples of Mexican cuisine. The result is a richly flavoured dish that brings together chicken, seafood, and chorizo with warming spices such as cumin, turmeric, and dried oregano.
Perfect for family meals or entertaining guests, this paella delivers variety, colour, and flavour in every bite—plus the convenience of a one-pan meal for easy cleanup.
Using the Right Rice
The secret to a great paella lies in the rice. Medium-grain rice is ideal because it absorbs flavour while maintaining its structure. Carolina® Parboiled Medium Grain Rice is especially well-suited for paella, soaking up the seasoned broth without becoming mushy.
Once you’ve mastered this dish, feel free to experiment with your own combinations—or try other favourites like Roasted Harvest Veggie Paella or Authentic Seafood Paella.
Bring bold Tex-Mex flair to your table with this vibrant Mexican-style paella. Packed with juicy chicken, smoky chorizo, tender shrimp, and briny mussels, this one-pan dish layers rich spices, fresh peppers, and citrusy brightness for a meal that’s perfect for sharing.
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Ingredients(See full ingredient list below)
Instructions
Step 1
Heat oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 3–5 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 2
Add the chorizo, onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeños to the skillet. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant. Stir in the rice, cumin, and oregano, cooking for another 2–3 minutes until the rice is well coated.
Step 3
Stir in the tomatoes, broth, chipotle peppers, and turmeric. Bring the mixture to a boil, then return the chicken to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 12–15 minutes.
Step 4
Nestle the mussels and shrimp into the rice. Continue cooking for 10–12 minutes, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, the rice is tender, the shrimp and chicken are cooked through, and the mussels have opened.
Step 5
Discard any mussels that remain closed. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Recipe Tip
Before cooking, scrub the mussels and remove the beards. Discard any mussels with cracked shells or any that do not close when tapped.
Paella, Mexican-Style
While traditional paella originates from Spain, this Mexican-inspired version adds a bold twist using ingredients like red peppers, jalapeños, chipotle peppers, cilantro, and lime—staples of Mexican cuisine. The result is a richly flavoured dish that brings together chicken, seafood, and chorizo with warming spices such as cumin, turmeric, and dried oregano.
Perfect for family meals or entertaining guests, this paella delivers variety, colour, and flavour in every bite—plus the convenience of a one-pan meal for easy cleanup.
Using the Right Rice
The secret to a great paella lies in the rice. Medium-grain rice is ideal because it absorbs flavour while maintaining its structure. Carolina® Parboiled Medium Grain Rice is especially well-suited for paella, soaking up the seasoned broth without becoming mushy.
Once you’ve mastered this dish, feel free to experiment with your own combinations—or try other favourites like Roasted Harvest Veggie Paella or Authentic Seafood Paella.
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