Are you craving a bold, smoky flavor in your weeknight dinners? Look no further than the versatile and zesty chorizo sausage! These 25 easy chorizo dinner recipes are the perfect way to spice up your menu with minimal effort.
It comes in different varieties from hearty chilis and stews to flavorful tacos and skillets, chorizo’s signature kick pairs beautifully with ingredients like sweet potatoes, mushrooms, and butternut squash. Whip up cheesy chorizo quesadillas or bake it into creamy gratins – the possibilities are endless!
Even if you’re feeding a crowd or just need a quick meal for one, these chorizo dinner recipes deliver maximum flavor with easy-to-follow instructions.
1. Chorizo Sweet Potato Skillet
Bold, spicy chorizo blended with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes.
Ingredients: Chorizo, sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onion, garlic, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers until soft, 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and spices and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes and 1/2 cup broth or water.
- Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes.
- Return chorizo to skillet and mix well.
Total Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
2. Chorizo Lime Rice Bowls
Zesty lime brightens the rich, smoky chorizo flavor in this fresh rice bowl.
Ingredients: Chorizo, rice, black beans, corn, lime, cilantro, olive oil, garlic powder.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook chorizo over medium heat until browned, 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from skillet, leaving chorizo.
- Add black beans, corn, lime juice, cilantro and garlic powder. Heat through.
- Serve chorizo bean mixture over rice with extra lime wedges.
Total Cook Time: 20-25 minutes.
3. Chorizo and Shrimp Quesadillas
Smoky chorizo complements the delicate shrimp in this cheesy, satisfying quesadilla.
Ingredients: Chorizo, shrimp, tortillas, shredded cheese, salsa, sour cream.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until browned, 5-7 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, 3-5 minutes more.
- Layer half of each tortilla with chorizo/shrimp mixture and shredded cheese. Fold over.
- Cook quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side in a skillet or griddle until cheese melts.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream and any other desired toppings.
Total Cook Time: 20-25 minutes.
4. Chorizo Beef Chili
Rich, hearty chili with smoky chorizo adding zesty flavor to the savory beef.
Ingredients: Ground beef, chorizo, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper
- In a large pot, cook beef and chorizo over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add onions and garlic, cook 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and spices.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Total Cook Time: 40-45 minutes.
5. Chorizo Mushroom Pasta
Earthy mushrooms mingle with spicy, Bold chorizo in a creamy pasta sauce.
Ingredients: Chorizo, pasta, mushrooms, onion, garlic, heavy cream, parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook chorizo over medium heat until browned, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and onions until tender, 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Pour in heavy cream and parmesan, stirring to make a sauce.
- Return chorizo to skillet and toss with cooked pasta.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Total Cook Time: 25-30 minutes.
6. Chorizo Cauliflower Rice Skillet
Chorizo flavor with the veggie goodness of cauliflower rice.
Ingredients: Chorizo, riced cauliflower, onion, bell pepper, garlic, lime, cilantro, olive oil, salt, pepper.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper until tender, 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in riced cauliflower and 2 tbsp water/broth. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove lid, stir in chorizo, lime juice, cilantro, and season with salt and pepper.
Total Cook Time: 20-25 minutes.
7. Chorizo Black Bean Enchiladas
Zesty chorizo and black bean filling in cheesy, saucy enchiladas.
Ingredients: Chorizo, black beans, enchilada sauce, corn tortillas, shredded cheese, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder.
- In a skillet, cook chorizo and onions over medium heat until browned, 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and spices, cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in black beans and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce, heat through.
- Fill tortillas with chorizo bean mixture, roll up, and place in a baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over top and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Total Cook Time: 35-40 minutes.
8. Chorizo Sweet Potato Tacos
Sweet potato balances chorizo’s kick in these hearty, flavorful tacos.
Ingredients: Chorizo, sweet potatoes, taco shells/tortillas, pico de gallo, lime crema, avocado, cabbage/lettuce.
- Roast cubed sweet potatoes tossed in oil and spices at 400°F for 20-25 mins.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until browned, 5-7 mins.
- Warm tortillas/taco shells as directed.
- Make crema by mixing sour cream and lime juice.
- Assemble tacos with chorizo, sweet potatoes, pico, crema, avocado and cabbage. Total Cook Time: 30-35 mins
9. Chorizo Chickpea Soup
Warm, comforting soup with bold chorizo complementing nutty chickpeas.
Ingredients: Chorizo, chickpeas, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, chicken or veggie broth, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika.
- Cook chorizo in a pot over medium heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots and celery 5-7 mins until soft.
- Add garlic and cook 1 min. Pour in broth, tomatoes, chickpeas and paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 mins.
- Return chorizo to pot and heat through before serving.
Total Cook Time: 30-35 mins.
10. Chorizo Breakfast Burritos
A protein-packed, savory burrito with a kick from chorizo sausage.
Ingredients: Chorizo, eggs, tortillas, cheddar cheese, salsa, avocado, sour cream.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until browned, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, scramble eggs until cooked through.
- Warm tortillas according to package.
- Lay each tortilla flat and layer with scrambled eggs, chorizo, cheese, salsa, etc.
- Roll up burrito-style and serve with extra salsa, avocado and sour cream.
Total Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
11. Chorizo Stuffed Peppers
Smoky chorizo and melty cheese stuffed into tender bell peppers.
Ingredients: Bell peppers, chorizo, cooked rice, shredded cheese, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika.
- Cook chorizo and onions in a skillet until browned, 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and diced tomatoes, cook 2 more minutes.
- Remove tops from bell peppers and hollow out seeds/membranes.
- In a bowl, mix chorizo mixture with cooked rice, paprika and 1/2 the cheese.
- Stuff pepper halves with rice mixture and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.
Total Cook Time: 40-45 minutes.
12. Chorizo Zucchini Boats
Grilled zucchini loaded with a flavorful chorizo stuffing.
Ingredients: Zucchini, chorizo, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet until browned, 5-7 mins. Drain excess fat.
- Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the center flesh.
- In a bowl, mix chorizo with breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, parsley, zest, salt & pepper.
- Stuff zucchini halves with the chorizo filling, mounding it up.
- Grill or bake the stuffed zucchini at 400°F for 15-20 mins until zucchini is tender.
Total Cook Time: 25-30 minutes.
13. Chorizo Butternut Squash Risotto
Creamy risotto with a smoky chorizo accent and sweet butternut squash.
Ingredients: Arborio rice, chorizo, butternut squash, onion, garlic, chicken broth, parmesan, parsley.
- In a pot, cook chorizo over medium heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Transfer to plate.
- In same pot, sauté onions 2-3 mins until translucent. Add garlic and cook 1 min.
- Stir in rice to toast for 1-2 mins. Then add broth 1 cup at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed before adding more.
- Once rice is al dente and most broth is absorbed, stir in butternut squash and chorizo.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan and parsley.
Total Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
14. Chorizo Brussels Sprouts Hash
Brussels sprouts get a zesty upgrade with spicy chorizo in this hearty hash.
Ingredients: Brussels sprouts, chorizo, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, parsley.
- Cut brussels sprouts in half and finely chop onion and garlic.
- In a large skillet, cook chorizo over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Transfer to plate.
- In same skillet, sauté brussels sprouts and onions until sprouts are crisp-tender, 5-7 mins.
- Add garlic and cook 1 min more until fragrant.
- Return chorizo to skillet and mix everything together.
- Season with salt, pepper and garnish with parsley before serving.
Total Cook Time: 20-25 minutes.
15. Chorizo Lentil Stew
Hearty lentil stew made rich and flavorful with the addition of chorizo sausage.
Ingredients: Chorizo, lentils, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, chicken or veggie broth.
- In a pot, cook chorizo over medium heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Transfer to plate.
- In same pot, sauté onions, carrots and celery 5-7 mins until softened.
- Add garlic and paprika, cook 1 min. Then add lentils, tomatoes and broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 25-30 mins until lentils are tender.
- Return chorizo to pot and heat through before serving stew.
- Total Cook Time: 45-50 mins
16. Chorizo Kale Skillet
Nutrient-packed kale gets a flavor boost from bold chorizo.
Ingredients: Chorizo, kale, onion, garlic, chicken or veggie broth, red wine vinegar, olive oil.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Transfer to plate.
- In same skillet, sauté onions 3-4 mins until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook 1 min until fragrant.
- Add kale and broth/water. Cover and let kale wilt down for 5 mins.
- Uncover and let any remaining liquid evaporate.
- Drizzle with vinegar and olive oil. Add chorizo back in and toss everything together.
Total Cook Time: 20-25 mins.
17. Chorizo Cornbread Waffles
Savory waffles with chorizo baked right in!
Ingredients: Cornbread mix, chorizo, eggs, milk, butter, green onions.
- Prepare cornbread batter as directed on box, mixing in chopped chorizo and green onions.
- Preheat waffle iron and grease if needed.
- Pour batter onto hot waffle iron and cook 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat with remaining batter to make all the waffles.
- Serve waffles hot with butter, syrup, salsa etc.
Total Cook Time: 20-25 minutes.
18. Chorizo Queso Fundido
Melty cheese dip kicked up with spicy Mexican chorizo.
Ingredients: Chorizo, monterey jack cheese, cream cheese, green chiles, garlic, lime juice, cilantro.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet until browned and crumbly, 5-7 mins. Drain excess fat.
- In an oven-safe dish, mix together chorizo, cheeses, chiles, garlic and lime juice.
- Bake at 350°F for 10-15 mins, stirring halfway through, until melted and bubbling.
- Top with cilantro and serve fundido warm with tortilla chips or bread for dipping.
Total Cook Time: 20-25 mins.
19. Chorizo Potato Gratin
Thinly sliced potatoes baked with smoky chorizo in a rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients: Potatoes, chorizo, heavy cream, milk, garlic, shredded cheese, butter, salt, pepper.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet until browned, 5-7 mins. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In a saucepan, heat cream, milk, garlic, salt and pepper until steaming.
- Layer 1/3 of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish. Top with 1/3 chorizo and 1/3 cheese.
- Repeat layering potatoes, chorizo and cheese two more times.
- Pour the hot cream mixture over the top, ensuring it reaches the bottom.
- Cover and bake for 40 mins. Uncover and bake 20 more mins until potatoes are tender.
Total Cook Time: 1 hour 10 mins.
20. Chorizo Tomato Soup
Rich, Bold chorizo flavor in a bright, zesty tomato soup.
Ingredients: Chorizo, diced tomatoes, chicken or veggie broth, onion, garlic, cream, basil, olive oil, salt, pepper.
- In a pot, cook chorizo over medium heat until browned and crumbly, 5-7 mins. Transfer to plate.
- In the same pot, sauté onions 3-4 mins until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 min more.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juice and broth. Bring to a simmer for 10 mins.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in cream and chorizo. Season with salt, pepper and basil before serving.
Total Cook Time: 25-30 mins.
21. Chorizo Broccoli Frittata
A protein-packed egg frittata studded with chorizo and broccoli.
Ingredients: Eggs, chorizo, broccoli, onion, cheddar cheese, milk, salt, pepper
- Cook chorizo in a oven-safe skillet over medium heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Transfer to plate.
- In same skillet, sauté onions for 2-3 mins until soft. Add broccoli and cook 3-4 more mins.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper.
- Pour egg mixture into skillet with broccoli and onions. Top with chorizo and cheese.
- Transfer skillet to a 400°F oven and bake for 12-15 mins until center is set.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
- Total Cook Time: 25-30 mins.
22. Chorizo Cabbage Stir Fry
Savory chorizo livens up a simple cabbage and veggie stir fry.
Ingredients: Chorizo, cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Transfer to plate.
- In same skillet, stir fry cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper for 5-7 mins until crisp-tender.
- Add garlic and cook 1 min more until fragrant.
- Return chorizo to skillet and add soy sauce, vinegar and sesame oil.
- Toss everything together for 2-3 mins until well combined and heated through.
Total Cook Time: 15-20 mins.
23. Chorizo Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Juicy, Bold chorizo meatballs simmered in a zesty tomato sauce.
Ingredients: Chorizo, ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, onion, basil, parmesan.
- In a bowl, mix together chorizo, beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic and parmesan. Form into meatballs.
- In a skillet or pot, brown the meatballs on all sides over medium-high heat, about 5 mins total.
- Remove meatballs and drain excess fat from skillet.
- Sauté onions 3-4 mins until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 min more.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juice and tomato sauce. Add basil and meatballs back to skillet.
- Simmer sauce with meatballs for 15-20 mins, until meatballs are fully cooked through. Total Cook Time: 35-40 mins
24. Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms
Meaty, smoky chorizo stuffing baked into tender mushroom caps.
Ingredients: Large mushrooms, chorizo, cream cheese, parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, lemon zest.
- Remove stems from mushroom caps and finely chop stems.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until browned, 5-7 mins. Drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix chorizo with chopped mushroom stems, cream cheese, parmesan, panko, garlic, parsley and zest.
- Stuff mushroom caps generously with the chorizo filling mixture.
- Arrange stuffed mushrooms in a baking dish and bake at 375°F for 18-20 mins until tops are golden brown.
Total Cook Time: 30-35 mins.
25. Chorizo Butternut Squash Chili
Hearty butternut squash chili made rich and smoky with chorizo sausage.
Ingredients: Chorizo, butternut squash, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, beef broth.
- Cook chorizo in a pot over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5-7 mins. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same pot, sauté onions 3-4 mins until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, diced tomatoes with juice, butternut squash, and broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 mins, until squash is very soft.
- Use a potato masher to lightly mash about half the squash to thicken chili.
- Return chorizo to pot along with kidney beans and simmer 5 more mins to heat through.
Total Cook Time: 40-45 mins.
Conclusion
In conclusion, these 25 easy chorizo dinner recipes offer a delicious way to bring bold, smoky flavors to your weeknight meals. With minimal effort, you can enjoy zesty, satisfying dishes that are sure to become new family favorites. Give these tasty chorizo combos a try tonight!