Chicken and Olives Paella Recipe (Authentic & Easy)

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If you’re looking for a bold, flavor-packed twist on a classic Spanish dish, this Chicken and Olive Paella is about to become your new favorite. Combining tender, golden chicken with briny olives and perfectly seasoned rice, this recipe delivers a rich and satisfying meal that’s both comforting and impressive.

Inspired by traditional Spanish cooking, this paella brings together simple ingredients with big, authentic flavors—smoky spices, savory broth, and that irresistible crispy rice layer at the bottom known as socarrat. It’s the perfect one-pan dish for family dinners, weekend gatherings, or whenever you want to bring a taste of Spain straight to your table.

Best of all, this Chicken and Olive Paella is easy to make at home, even if you’ve never cooked paella before. Follow this step-by-step recipe and discover how to create a restaurant-quality dish with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Chicken and Olive Recipe

Ingredients: (3 servings)

Paella Rice 300 grs (11 oz)

Chopped Tomatoes

Onion & Garlic

Chicken (14 oz)

Olives

Paella Spices (Paprika, Saffron and Paella Mix)

Chicken Stock (900 ml) (4 cups)

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• Ready in under 60 minutes
• Packed with bold Mediterranean flavors
• Perfect for beginners (no fancy skills needed)
• One-pan meal = easy cleanup
• Great for sharing with family or friends

PaellaMan

PaellaMan is the founder and lead writer behind I Want Paella, where he has published recipes, equipment guides, and cooking tips for the site's community of home cooks since 2022. His writing focuses on practical, tested methods for cooking authentic Spanish paella at home, from choosing the right pan and burner to achieving a proper socarrat. When he's not testing recipes, he's exploring the wider world of Spanish cuisine and wine to bring fresh ideas to the site.

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