A deliciously simple and spicy skillet dish featuring savory chorizo, aromatic garlic, sweet red onion, and vibrant bell peppers, all cooked together in one pan for an easy weeknight meal.
Quick Chorizo & Veggie Skillet
A deliciously simple and spicy skillet dish featuring savory chorizo, aromatic garlic, sweet red onion, and vibrant bell peppers, all cooked together in one pan for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 each chorizo sausage sliced
- 1/2 each red onion thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 each bell pepper any color
- 1 can diced tomatoes undrained (14.5 oz)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Slice chorizo sausage into rounds. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chorizo (no oil needed, as it will render its own fat) and cook until browned and crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chorizo with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
- Add the sliced red onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add sliced bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their liquid) and smoked paprika. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken slightly.
- Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread, rice, couscous, or a simple green salad. For a milder flavor, use a mild chorizo. Add a splash of white wine or chicken broth with the tomatoes for extra liquid and depth. You can also add other quick-cooking vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
