Sheet Pan Roasted Spanish Chorizo with Potatoes and Peppers
Robust Spanish chorizo roasted on a sheet pan with golden potatoes and vibrant bell peppers for an easy, flavorful dinner. This spanish-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs Spanish chorizo sausage, sliced, baby potatoes, halved, large red bell pepper, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 "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
- 12 oz Spanish chorizo sausage, sliced
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on a large sheet pan.
- Step 2: Roast potatoes for 20 minutes until they start to brown and soften.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz sliced Spanish chorizo, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced red onion to the sheet pan. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and toss gently to combine.
- Step 4: Roast everything together for an additional 15 minutes until vegetables are tender and chorizo is crisp at edges.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Roasted Spanish Chorizo with Potatoes and Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Sheet Pan Roasted Spanish Chorizo with Potatoes and Peppers?
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 baby potatoes, halved from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Roasted Spanish Chorizo with Potatoes and Peppers?
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 Sheet Pan Roasted Spanish Chorizo with Potatoes and Peppers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sheet Pan Roasted Spanish Chorizo with Potatoes and Peppers?
Spanish pork 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.