Sautéed Chorizo and Potatoes with Smoked Paprika

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This Spanish-inspired dish features spicy chorizo and tender potatoes cooked together with smoked paprika for a flavorful, hearty meal. This spanish ready in about 30 minutes pairs chorizo sausage, potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 3 Spanish cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and dice 400 g potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the diced potatoes. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the potatoes start to turn golden and tender.
  2. Step 2: Slice 200 g chorizo sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Add the chorizo to the skillet along with 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sauté for another 7 minutes until the chorizo crisps slightly and the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, remove from heat, and serve immediately while warm with a crusty bread or as a side dish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chorizo and Potatoes with Smoked Paprika take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Chorizo and Potatoes with Smoked Paprika?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chorizo sausage from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chorizo and Potatoes with Smoked Paprika?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Chorizo and Potatoes with Smoked Paprika for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sautéed Chorizo and Potatoes with Smoked Paprika?

Spanish spanish like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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