Artichoke and Chicken Sausage Paella

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (14-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cooked chicken sausage, diced
• 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add the bell pepper, paprika, cumin, saffron, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the rice and stir for 1 minute.
4. Add the wine and cook until the liquid is almost completely absorbed, about 1 minute.
5. Add the broth, artichoke hearts, chicken sausage, and cauliflower and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
7. Add the peas and simmer, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
9. Stir in the parsley and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that is typically served with seafood, such as shrimp and mussels.
• Cauliflower is an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
• Artichoke hearts are a good source of iron, magnesium, and potassium.