Sous Vide Paella Chicken: Temperature & Time Guide
Paella chicken usually dries out while the rice cooks. Sous vide it first, and it stays juicy while the paella does its thing.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
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- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
1) Season chicken thighs, cook at 165°F for 1.5 hours. 2) Build the paella: toast rice with saffron and sofrito, add stock, simmer. 3) Nestle the cooked chicken in for the last 10 minutes. 4) Rest 5 minutes with a towel over the pan. 5) Serve with lemon wedges.
FAQ
What temperature for the chicken?
165°F (74°C) for 1.5 hours — juicy, safe, ready to finish in the pan.
Does the chicken finish in the pan?
Yes — the last 10 minutes marry it to the rice and give the pan flavor.
What rice for paella?
Bomba or Calasparra — the short grains that absorb stock without turning mushy.
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A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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