Sautéed Chorizo and Potato Tapa with Garlic and Smoked Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

A classic Spanish tapa featuring diced potatoes and spicy chorizo sautéed with garlic and smoked paprika for a rich, savory flavor. This Spanish recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs Spanish chorizo sausage, Russet potatoes, Garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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

• 200 g, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds Spanish chorizo sausage
• 300 g, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes Russet potatoes
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic cloves
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 300 g diced russet potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden and tender.
2. Step 2: Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet, add 200 g sliced Spanish chorizo sausage to the empty side, and sauté for 4 minutes until the chorizo releases its oil and becomes slightly crispy.
3. Step 3: Mix the potatoes and chorizo, then add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook while stirring for 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the spices coat the mixture.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving warm.