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Chorizo Pasta

The Best 30-Minute Chorizo Pasta Recipe

Get dinner on the table in 30 minutes with this easy One-Pot Chorizo Pasta! It's super flavorful, family-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights. Just one pan to clean!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 220 g 8 oz Chorizo, chopped into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 Large onion chopped
  • 3 Cloves garlic minced
  • 250 g 9 oz Dry pasta (e.g., rigatoni)
  • 400 g 14 oz Tin of chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Sweet smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Tomato puree
  • 250 g 9 oz Broccoli florets, cut into medium chunks
  • 250 g 9 oz Cherry tomatoes
  • 750 ml 3.25 cups Vegetable stock (split for use)
  • 50 g 2 oz Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)
  • 10 g 2 tsp Fresh basil, chopped (for serving)

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or frying pan (with a lid) over a medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped chorizo and fry for about 5 minutes until it starts to release its oils and go brown.
  3. Add the onions and garlic and fry gently for 4–5 minutes until they are softened.
  4. Add the dry pasta, chopped tomatoes, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, tomato puree, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes.
  5. Pour in 500 ml (2 cups) of the vegetable stock and stir everything well.
  6. Cover the pan with the lid and cook for about 15 minutes.
  7. Check the pasta during cooking, and if it looks dry before the pasta is cooked through, add more stock from the reserved amount as needed.
  8. Once the pasta is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately.