Chicken Shrimp Paella

This chicken and shrimp paella is the perfect comfort food! Rich in flavor, this paella is so delicious that you won’t be able to stop yourself from coming back for seconds!

I love recipes that I can cook up in one pot! Try out these others like this cajun chicken, beef stroganoff, and this hearty and delicious chicken stew.

Paella is a classic Spanish rice dish packed full of protein (in this case, chicken and shrimp), saffron, rice, and vegetables. It is all cooked up together in one pot to mix the flavors. This creates a deliciously flavorful and filling dish. Chicken and shrimp paella is one of the best recipes you can make with rice! You won’t find another that is packed with such great taste.

Paella With Chicken & Shrimp

The essential ingredient that makes paella a paella is rice. It not only adds great texture to this dish, but it absorbs all of the flavors from the other ingredients and is the star of the show! You can use any long-grained rice you have but make sure not to leave it out! Try serving this paella with some breadsticks, a salad, and a yummy flan for dessert!

This ingredient list may be long, but it’s only because you need all of these delicious flavors to mix to make this so unforgettable! See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

It has it all! This chicken and shrimp paella is a quick meal that takes less than 40 minutes from start to finish. Plus, it has everything all in one pot, so you don’t even need to worry about making any extra sides!

Mixed Paella With Chicken, Chorizo, Shrimp And Clams

This chicken and shrimp paella will be a massive hit with the entire family! There are a few ways to change it up so that everyone loves what’s in it. Here are some easy ideas:

Spanish paella makes great leftovers. In fact, it almost tastes better the next day because the flavors have had even longer to mix together.

I love one-pot recipes because I don’t have to worry about making any extra sides. With all of the carbs, veggies and meat cooked together, one-pot meals are a no brainer for all of those crazy busy nights that we all have! Here are a few of my tried and true favorites!

Weeknight Chorizo And Shrimp Paella

This chicken and shrimp paella is the perfect comfort food! Rich in flavor this paella is so delicious that you won't be able to stop yourself from coming back for seconds! 

Calories 501 kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 63 g (21%) Protein 20 g (40%) Fat 18 g (28%) Saturated Fat 4 g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3 g Monounsaturated Fat 9 g Trans Fat 1 g Cholesterol 74 mg (25%) Sodium 1581 mg (66%) Potassium 692 mg (20%) Fiber 4 g (16%) Sugar 5 g (6%) Vitamin A 1221 IU (24%) Vitamin C 63 mg (76%) Calcium 58 mg (6%) Iron 5 mg (28%)

All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.

Slow Cooker Paella With Chicken, Chorizo And Shrimp

I am Alyssa and the blogger behind The Recipe Critic. I started my blog in June of 2012 as a place to share my passion for cooking. I love trying new things and testing them out with my family.There’s nothing like good, delicious comfort food. Especially when it’s actually good for you! If you’ve loved our easy, one-pan recipes like the Spanish Rice & Beans or the Creamy Healthy Chicken Enchilada Skillet, then you’re going to LOVE this Chicken & Shrimp Spanish Paella.

Chicken Breasts – Don’t have chicken breasts on hand? Any type of chicken will work just fine. Another option is to use meat from a rotisserie chicken and simply add it in at the end!

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Crockpot Chicken Shrimp Paella Recipe By Recipe

Shrimp – Buying pre-cooked shrimp is perfect for saving time on this recipe! Just make sure that they are deveined, tail-off, and thawed before getting started.

Rice – If you can find Bomba Paella Rice, that typically works best for Spanish paella. In this case, I just used a brown rice mix that worked wonderfully!

Saffron Threads – Saffron Threads are a unique flavor in Spanish Paella. However, if you aren’t able to get them, simply omit them from the recipe!

Grilled Paella With Chicken And Shrimp

We love how this Chicken & Shrimp Spanish Paella comes together in a cast iron skillet. However, a regular cooking pan works great, too!

This recipe is perfect as a make ahead or freezer meal! Simply make it according to the directions below, then place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator (without the lid) for about an hour. Once it’s cooled off, add the airtight lid and store in the refrigerator for up to a week or the freezer for up to 3 months!

This Chicken & Shrimp Spanish Paella is perfect for a healthy dinner that the entire family will love. Make a big batch of this recipe and have it on hand for quick, gluten-free dinners all week long!

Chicken & Shrimp Spanish Paella

Make the recipe according to directions, then place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator (without the lid) for about an hour. Once it’s cooled off, add the airtight lid and store in the refrigerator for up to a week or the freezer for up to 3 months!

Calories: 393 kcal | Carbohydrates: 44 g | Protein: 40 g | Fat: 6 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 239 mg | Sodium: 1045 mg | Potassium: 766 mg | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 3 g | Vitamin A: 696 IU | Vitamin C: 25 mg | Calcium: 138 mg | Iron: 4 mg