Heat an oven-proof paella pan (or any other type of oven-proof fry pan) with a medium heat and add in the olive oil
While the oil is heating, cut the potato into rounds that are 1 cm (3/8 inch) thick
Add the potatoes into the hot pan, all in a single layer, fry for 3 minutes per side, then remove from the pan and set aside
Using the same pan with the same heat, add in the chopped onion, garlic, red bell pepper and carrot, mix continuously, after 4 minutes add in the paprika, quickly mix together, then add in the grated tomatoes and season with sea salt & black pepper, turn it up to a high heat, give it a mix, and simmer for a few minutes
Once the grated tomatoes have slightly thickened, about 3 minutes, add in the canned chickpeas (drained & rinsed), vegetable broth and saffron, give it a mix and bring it to a boil
Once it comes to a boil add in the rice, give it a mix so everything is evenly distributed, then turn off the heat, add in the head of garlic (top part cut off) into the middle of the pan, along with the fried potatoes, all in a single layer and the sliced tomato, all in a single layer as well, season the tomato and potatoes with sea salt
Add the pan into a preheated oven, bake only option (bottom heat), 210 C - 410 F
After 20 to 25 minutes and the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is just cooked through, remove from the oven, top off with chopped parsley, enjoy!
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