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Spanish Chicken Noodle Paella

Spanish Chicken Noodle Paella | Authentic Fideuá de Pollo

Course Main Course
Cuisine Spanish
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 502 kcal
Author Albert Bevia @ Spain on a Fork

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth 600 ml
  • 1/4 tsp saffron threads 0.17 grams
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 60 ml
  • 2 boneless chicken breast 8 oz / 225 grams each
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 red bell pepper (finely chopped)
  • 6 cloves garlic (roughly chopped)
  • 1 tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika 2.50 grams
  • 2 tomatoes (finely grated)
  • 8 oz fideo cut spaghetti 225 grams
  • sea salt & black pepper
  • lemon wedges and chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken broth and saffron into a saucepan and heat with a medium heat

  2. At the same time, heat a 12-inch (30 cm) paella pan with a medium heat and add in the olive oil (you can also use a regular fry pan)

  3. In the meantime, add the chicken breasts over some paper towels and pat dry, then cut each one into 1-inch (2.50 cm) bite-sized pieces, and then season with salt & pepper

  4. Once the oil is nice and hot, add in the pieces of chicken, all in a single layer, and fry for 2 minutes per side, then remove from the pan and set aside (at this stage you don't have to fully cook the chicken through)

  5. Using the same pan with the same heat, add in the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and garlic, mix continuously

  6. After 4 minutes and the vegetables are lightly sautéed, add in the paprika and give it a quick mix, then add in the grated tomatoes and season with salt & pepper, mix together until well mixed, and then simmer

  7. Once the grated tomatoes have slightly thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes, add in the pasta noodles and mix continuously

  8. After 2 minutes and the pasta noodles are lightly sautéed, add the pieces of chicken and their juices back into the pan, as well as the simmering broth, give it one final mix so everything is evenly distributed and simmer for 11 to 13 minutes or until all the broth has been absorbed, then remove from the heat

  9. Cover the pan with a dishcloth and let it sit for 3 minutes, this will ensure all the pasta is cooked through

  10. Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley, enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Get the Spanish Olive Oil and Spanish Golden Saffron I used to make this Recipe

Nutrition Facts
Spanish Chicken Noodle Paella | Authentic Fideuá de Pollo
Amount Per Serving
Calories 502 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 76mg25%
Sodium 686mg30%
Potassium 836mg24%
Carbohydrates 51g17%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 34g68%
Vitamin A 1728IU35%
Vitamin C 51mg62%
Calcium 45mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.