Spanish-Inspired Chicken Paella

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced into 1-inch pieces
• 1 1/2 cups short grain rice, such as arborio or valencia
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 tsp saffron threads
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet or paella pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the diced chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.