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One-Pot Spanish Rice with Chorizo and Shrimp

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This vibrant One-Pot Spanish Rice with Chorizo and Shrimp is a 30-minute weeknight miracle! Smoky, flavorful, and colorful, with minimal cleanup.

  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 8 oz Spanish chorizo, sliced into ¼” rounds

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 ½ cups white rice (Calrose or long-grain)

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • 2 cups seafood or chicken stock

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained

  • 1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or paella pan over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving the oil in the pan.

  2. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pan. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened.

  3. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Add the rice, smoked paprika, and oregano. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to toast the rice.

  5. Pour in the stock and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir to combine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil.

  6. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, until the rice is mostly tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

  7. Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and pepper. Nestle the shrimp and cooked chorizo into the rice. Cover and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

  8. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.

  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Notes:

  • Chorizo Note: For authentic flavor and texture, use cured Spanish chorizo, not fresh Mexican chorizo.

  • Rice Note: No need to rinse the rice for this recipe; the starch helps create a slightly creamy texture.

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water.

  • Author: Emma Carter
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Spanish