Pan-Seared Spanish Chorizo with Roasted Red Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-03 · Updated 2026-08-03

Spicy Spanish chorizo slices pan-seared until crisp, paired with sweet roasted red peppers for a vibrant, smoky appetizer. This Spanish recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs Spanish chorizo sausage, roasted red peppers, and extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 8 oz Spanish chorizo sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced into strips
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 8 oz sliced Spanish chorizo sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until edges are crispy and fat renders.
2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp smoked paprika to the skillet with the chorizo, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup sliced roasted red peppers, seasoning with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the mixture. Serve warm as a tapas-style dish.