This mellow rice with chicken and saffron is a dish that reminds me of my grandmother. She used to prepare it in a huge paella pan for family parties, and the aroma flooded the whole house. Although I now make it in the Thermomix, I still feel that connection with my roots every time I cook it. It is a simple dish, but full of love and flavour. The chicken, cut into medium pieces, provides the main protein and a mild flavour that complements the other ingredients perfectly. It is important to brown it well before adding it to the rice, so that it is juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Bomba rice, with its ability to absorb a lot of liquid without falling apart, is essential to achieve that characteristic mellow texture. The vegetables, onion, green and red pepper, and garlic, form the base of the sofrito, providing sweetness, freshness and a subtle spicy touch. The crushed tomato adds acidity and body to the broth, intensifying the overall flavour of the dish. And, of course, saffron, the jewel in the crown, which not only gives it a beautiful golden colour, but also an unmistakable aroma and a slightly bitter flavour that balances the sweetness of the other ingredients. To prepare this rice in the Thermomix, it is crucial to respect the cooking times. The vegetable sofrito should be made at high temperature so that they caramelise and release all their flavour. When adding the rice, it is important to stir it well so that it is impregnated with the sofrito and toasted slightly, which will help it to be looser. During cooking, it is essential to use the left turn to prevent the rice from breaking and becoming a dough. If you see that the rice is getting dry, you can add a little more hot broth. If you want to give it a different touch, you can add other vegetables, such as peas, artichokes or mushrooms. For a vegetarian or vegan version, you can substitute the chicken for smoked tofu or seitan, and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can also experiment with different spices, such as sweet or spicy paprika, cumin or rosemary. This mellow rice with chicken and saffron is a complete dish that can be served alone, but can also be accompanied by a fresh salad or grilled vegetables. Some marinated olives and a good crispy bread are also an excellent complement. If you have leftover rice, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a maximum of three days. To reheat it, you can add a little broth and heat it in the microwave or in a pan over low heat. You can also prepare the sofrito in advance and store it in the refrigerator until it is time to cook the rice. This will save you time and allow you to have the base of the dish ready when you need it.

Mellow Rice with Chicken and Saffron

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Ingredients (10 ingredients)

Preparation (6 steps)

Preparation of the vegetables

Sofrito of the vegetables

Incorporation of the tomato

Cooking the rice

Add the chicken

Rest and serve

Finished cooking? Great! 🎉

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