High Protein Paella

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Easy enough for a weeknight but elevated enough to serve to a crowd! A few tweaks add up to 41g protein and less than 400 cals per serving.

By: admin (via Justjessieb)
Original Publish: Dec 22, 2025
Last Updated: Mar 4, 2026
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 30 mins
Yields: 8, 8 servings

Nutrition Facts

392 kcalCalories
41.2 gProtein
22.3 gCarbs
16.8 gFat
Finished High Protein Paella

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the CHORIZO.  Cook until browned and broken up into small pieces, then remove with a slotted spoon & set aside.

  2. To the pan, add the GARLIC, ONION, and RED BELL PEPPER, and cook for 2-3 minutes to soften.

  3. Add the CHICKEN - cooking for about 3 minutes, or until lightly browned on the outside but not cooked through.

  4. Add the RICE, and mix well to coat it with the oils from the pan.

  5. Add the chorizo back to the pan, and stir in the CHICKEN BROTH, drained TOMATOES, and SAFFRON.

  6. Bring the dish to a simmer, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer so the bottom doesn’t burn.  No more stirring!  Simmer for 10 minutes, uncovered.

  7. Add the PEAS, scattering over the top.  Add the SHRIMP, submerging down into the rice mixture a bit.

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