57 chorizo recipes

Chorizo recipes

Chorizo risotto

Crispy fried chorizo adds texture and subtle spice in this tomato-based risotto. It’s so good, it might just become your new go-to dinner.

Chicken and chorizo jambalaya

Chorizo and chicken join forces in this easy one-pot. Jambalaya is influenced by several cuisines, including French and Spanish, but it’s more commonly associated with the southern states of America.

Chicken and chorizo pie

Spicy chorizo, tender chicken and a rich crème fraiche come together to make this hearty pie – the perfect autumnal pick-me-up.

Slow cooker chorizo and prawn paella

Centuries ago, Sardinia was occupied by the Spanish. As a result, the island is famous for its paella, albeit with an Italian twist (orzo or fregola is used instead of rice). This version pairs smoky horizon with sweet, plump prawns for a dish that will have you feel like you're on holiday in the Med.

One-pot Spanish rice with chorizo and chicken

Chorizo is great friends with chicken – the pair make for a classic combination. This recipe see them both incorporated into a dish of Spanish rice with plenty of hot smoked paprika. It's super easy and ready in under an hour, perfect for weeknight meals with the family.

Chorizo pasta bake

Combine chorizo, honey, roasted red peppers and creamy mozzarella to make a crowd-pleasing pasta bake. Offset the richness by serving it with a dressed bitter leaf salad.

Chorizo spaghetti with rosemary pangritata

Check out this quick and easy pasta recipe. Pangritata, sometimes called poor man’s parmesan, is a mix of fried breadcrumbs and herbs used add flavour and texture to pasta dishes.

Chorizo meatball and feta traybake

Serve these Mediterranean-style chorizo meatballs as an all-in-one traybake with new potatoes, crumbly feta and baby plum tomatoes for a midweek family meal that's packed with flavour.

Baked chorizo orzo with hake

Spicy chorizo really deepens the flavour of this easy baked orzo dish with flaky hake fillets. This simple but filling one-pot is an impressive midweek meal ready in under an hour, plus it's low in calories too.

Chorizo al vino

This recipe for chorizo cooked in wine comes from Lobos, a tapas bar in Borough Market. It's really simple but combines classic, bold Spanish flavours and is ideal to serve as part of a tapas spread.

Chorizo brunch eggs

Prepare this comforting chorizo stew and top with zesty avocado salsa and soft boiled eggs for a vibrant brunch dish.

Chorizo cassoulet

Sausages of cooking chorizo are bolstered with herbs and spice to create this hearty one-pot. Top with garlicky breadcrumbs for extra flavour and crunch.

Chorizo frittata

Sweet spring veg like asparagus, peas and broad beans are paired with subtly smoky, spicy chorizo in this vibrant frittata. An easy Spanish-inspired lunch.

Warm bean dip with chorizo and prawns

Chorizo lends a subtle spice to a creamy white bean dip. Paired with prawns, it makes a simple but impressive dinner party starter.

Chorizo salad with new potatoes

Cook chorizo until super crisp and serve over peppery rocket, vibrant broad beans and baby new potatoes tossed in oily garlic.

Chorizo and crab on griddled avocados

Check out this quick and easy chorizo recipe, with grilled avocados and crab salsa. This simple dish is ready in just 20 minutes – a great starter recipe for a summer dinner party.

Chorizo stew

Give this quick and easy chorizo and butter bean stew a try for dinner. This warming recipe is a simple midweek dinner for two – ready in 20 minutes.

Drunken clams with chorizo

This recipe for drunken clams with chorizo is low calorie and ready in just 20 minutes but packs in flavour – perfect for a midweek meal. Serve with crusty bread, more beer, and eat straight from the pan, if you like.

Baked chorizo and squash rice with manchego crust

A crispy manchego crust takes this low-calorie baked rice dish to the next level – ready in 50 minutes.

Chorizo toasties

Smoky chorizo sausage, when paired with nutty manchego and sweet red pepper, makes for a super easy Spanish-style toastie filling.

Roast monkfish with chorizo

Check out this super simple monkfish recipe for two. Ready in 40 minutes, this easy fish dish with chorizo, sherry and rice is a wholesome midweek meal to enjoy all year through.

Chorizo and kale stew with potato

Spicy chorizo is buddies up with fluffy potatoes and hearty kale in this warm, comforting stew. What more could you want from a quick and easy mid-week meal this winter?

Chorizo nachos

Smoky chorizo gives these nachos real punch. Oozing with layers of melted cheese and sweet caramelised onion, they would make the perfect Friday night sofa snack.

Chorizo croquetas

These chorizo croquetas will have you feeling like you're eating in the sunny Mediterranean. Make the base mix a day or so ahead, then you can just cook the croquetas to order. Serve with a glass of sherry or an ice-cold beer.

Tredwell's chorizo jam

We love this salty-sweet chorizo jam, served with enough charred bread for two. We spoon it into little jars and serve with manchego alongside. Tredwell’s is a new venture by MasterChef judge Marcus Wareing.

Moroccan kofte and chorizo stew

Chorizo adds an extra layer of flavour to this Moroccan-style lamb stew. Make it the day before you need to feed a crowd – just chill it until you’re ready for your guests to feast.

Baked eggs with chorizo and ratatouille

Here, chorizo adds spice and smokiness to a quick ratatouille made on the hob. Then, just pop it in the oven while the eggs cook. Ideal served with crusty bread.

Chorizo tacos with pico de gallo

This classic Mexican salad is a delicious fresh filling for tortillas and everyone will love making their own tacos.

Potato, chorizo and kale stew

Fluffy potatoes, spicy chorizo and warm, comforting stew – what more could you want from a quick and easy mid-week meal?

Spinach, chorizo and cheese empanadas

Impress your guests with these simple but impressive spinach, chorizo and cheese empanadas for a hearty snack or starter to share.

Chorizo, broccoli and brown rice soup

This easy soup recipe uses chorizo, broccoli and brown rice to create a warm and hearty meal. It is easy to make and suitable for freezing if you want to make a big batch for later.

Chorizo and rosemary fusilli

This chorizo and rosemary fusilli pasta dish is super quick, easy and gluten-free if you use the right pasta. Punchy chorizo and sharp, salty pecorino add huge depth of flavour.

Quince-glazed cabbage with chorizo

Check out this super easy traybake recipe with spicy chorizo sausages and sticky sweet quince. This simple recipe is a perfect midweek meal for all the family.

Celeriac soup with chorizo oil

Make our creamy celeriac soup topped with crispy chorizo and rosemary for a warming weekend fix with less than 300 calories.

Baked feta with chilli and chorizo jam and chopped salad

We've used Tracklements chilli and chorizo jam in this low-calorie meal idea – it works perfectly by giving a smoky kick to creamy, salty feta.

Chorizo, roasted red pepper and pea frittata

Liven up your frittata with chorizo and a kick of chilli, then pop under the grill until puffed and golden.

Chorizo mac and cheese

Jazz up mac 'n' cheese with salty bacon and smoky chorizo for the ultimate midweek family meal ready in an hour.

Chorizo, potato and parsley tortilla

Add chorizo to this classic Spanish recipe for extra flavour and a vibrant colour.

Warm chorizo, avocado and feta salad

Assemble this colourful trio of ingredients and serve with a punchy dressing to make a vibrant midweek meal for two.

Chicken and chorizo traybake

Chicken and chorizo is a match made in heaven. Add chickpeas, white wine, lemon and piquillo peppers to make a real meal out of it.

Spring frittata with crispy chorizo

Make this vibrant frittata packed with spring greens and crispy chorizo for an easy Spanish-style lunch.

Roasted haddock with chorizo crust, asparagus and peppers

A spicy, vibrant chorizo crust perks-up haddock fillets, which are served alongside a medley of roasted asparagus and red pepper.

Chorizo, greens and bean stew

Check out our hearty, healthy and high-protein chorizo stew dinner, flavoured with sweet smoked paprika and peppered with cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes and kale.

Patatas bravas and chorizo salad

Bring sunny Spanish flavours to the table with our patatas bravas and chorizo salad, served with plenty of homemade aïoli.

Paprika-crusted hake with chorizo, broad beans and potatoes

Broad beans are at their best in summer – this dish makes great use of them with smoky, paprika-coated hake and golden, crispy new potatoes.

Baked sweet potatoes with feta cream and crisp chorizo

Some nights, only a baked potato will do. Why not make it a bit more special with this recipe for baked sweet potatoes with feta cream and crisp chorizo?

Grilled padron peppers and chorizo skewers with honey drizzle

These sticky grilled padron peppers and chorizo skewers with honey drizzle make the perfect starter or finger food to serve with drinks over the summer months. What's more, they're super quick and easy to make.

Chicken, chorizo and butter bean casserole

This rich chicken dish has crisp chicken skin, smoky chorizo and buttery beans to create a delicious, Spanish-inspired meal in less than an hour.

Chicken and chorizo rice

Chicken and chorizo is a classic combination, and this recipe for one-pot Spanish rice with plenty of hot smoked paprika is a great way to use these flavours.

Bag-baked cod with tomatoes, chorizo and butterbeans

This recipe for bag-baked cod with tomatoes, chorizo and butter beans is really easy to make and is packed full of delicious Spanish flavours. It's a great way to make use of the fantastic variety of tomatoes that we grow in the UK.

Mini chorizo and tomato frittatas

These easy canapés can be made ahead then reheated in a warm oven to serve. Chorizo, tomatoes and eggs are a classic Spanish combination that works so well together.

Quick prawn and chorizo paella

This quick prawn and chorizo paella is ready in just 30 minutes and is under 500 calories but delivers big flavours.

Black barley with chorizo and radish salsa

This recipe for black barley with chroizo and radish salad is a quick and easy meal midweek. Unlike regular pearled barley the outer husk of black barley hasn’t been stripped away, so the grain stays pleasantly chewy and keeps its impressive glossy black colour once cooked.

Mini pork and chorizo picnic pies

These mini pork and chorizo picnic pies have got a hidden quail's egg in the middle and make a great snack. Encased in crispy shortcrust pastry, they are the perfect picnic treat.

Pea and coriander soup with chorizo

A bag of frozen peas can be turned into a vibrant green bowl of goodness with this delicious and easy soup. Chorizo is the secret ingredient and lends an interesting saltiness to the veg.

One-pot chicken with cannellini beans and chorizo

This recipe for one-pot chicken with cannellini beans and chorizo is really easy to make and requires minimal hands-on time. What's more, it comes in at under 300 calories, making it a great midweek meal.

Baked Spanish rice with chicken and chorizo

Made with chicken and chorizo and plenty of hot smoked paprika, this is a gutsy Spanish one pot that is sure to impress friends and family.

Chorizo and red lentil soup

This simple soup is really easy to make and packs loads of punchy flavour from smoky chorizo and paprika. The red lentils make it a hearty but healthy afterwork recipe.

Chicken and chorizo stew

This smoky chicken and bean stew with chorizo and a chilli kick is hearty and delicious. You just need one pot and it's on the table in just 30 minutes.