Quick Paella

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
13%
Quick Paella
15 min.
6
409kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that caters to various dietary needs? Look no further than this Quick Paella! This vibrant dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also adheres to a low FODMAP diet, making it a perfect choice for those with specific dietary restrictions. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a flavorful meal that serves six, making it ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends.

Imagine succulent pieces of chicken and tender shrimp, perfectly seasoned with a delightful southwest chipotle blend, all brought together with the aromatic essence of saffron. The addition of sweet peas adds a pop of color and a touch of sweetness, while the microwavable garden vegetable rice ensures that you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your meal.

This Quick Paella is not just a feast for the taste buds; it’s also a nutritious option, clocking in at only 409 calories per serving. With a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re preparing a satisfying lunch, a hearty main course, or a delightful dinner, this dish is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and get ready to savor a taste of Spain in no time!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup peas fresh sweet green frozen giant® steamers® select® (from 12-oz bag)
  • 0.5 lb chicken breast uncooked (not breaded)
  • 17.6 oz rice 
  • 0.3 teaspoon saffron threads crushed
  • teaspoons suya seasoning mix salt-free
  • 0.8 lb shrimp frozen thawed deveined uncooked peeled
  • 0.3 cup water hot

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. In small bowl, mix saffron and hot water; set aside.
  2. In large bowl, toss shrimp and chicken with seasoning blend until coated. Spray 12-inch skillet with butter-flavor cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.
  3. Add shrimp mixture to skillet; spray mixture with cooking spray. Cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Stir in saffron mixture, rice and peas, breaking up rice with wooden spoon. Cover; cook 3 minutes or until rice and peas are thoroughly heated, shrimp are pink and chicken is no longer pink in center. Fluff with fork.

Nutrition Facts

Calories409kcal
Protein26.19%
Fat4.36%
Carbs69.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.09
Glycemic Load
40.51
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
14.052608790605%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:408.97kcal
20.45%
Fat:1.94g
2.98%
Saturated Fat:0.46g
2.85%
Carbohydrates:69.36g
23.12%
Net Carbohydrates:66.89g
24.32%
Sugar:0.85g
0.95%
Cholesterol:115.48mg
38.49%
Sodium:117.16mg
5.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.15g
52.31%
Manganese:1.06mg
53.09%
Selenium:24.94µg
35.63%
Phosphorus:311.84mg
31.18%
Vitamin B3:5.6mg
28.01%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.86%
Copper:0.45mg
22.43%
Magnesium:59.03mg
14.76%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.1%
Zinc:2.08mg
13.87%
Vitamin K:13.37µg
12.73%
Potassium:435.43mg
12.44%
Iron:1.88mg
10.46%
Fiber:2.47g
9.87%
Calcium:91.12mg
9.11%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.83%
Vitamin C:5.33mg
6.46%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.07%
Folate:19.92µg
4.98%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.19%
Vitamin A:131.75IU
2.63%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.26%