A hearty Spanish paella featuring chicken and chorizo, infused with saffron and cooked with rice for a flavorful meal.

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In a large skillet or paella pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add 500g of diced chicken breast and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add 200g of sliced chorizo and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly crispy. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
Add 1 diced bell pepper and 1 cup of arborio rice to the pan, stirring to coat the rice in the oil and chorizo drippings.
Pour in 3 cups of water, 0.5 teaspoon of saffron strands, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes without stirring.
After 15 minutes, add the chicken and chorizo back to the pan, stirring gently to combine. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

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