Sheet Pan Spanish-Style Chickpea and Chorizo Stew
A hearty one-pan stew roasting spicy chorizo and tender chickpeas with smoky paprika and vibrant tomatoes for an easy Spanish-inspired meal. This spanish-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs spicy chorizo sausage, canned chickpeas, cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 8 oz, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds spicy chorizo sausage
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 small, diced red onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, combine 8 oz sliced spicy chorizo, 1 can (15 oz) drained chickpeas, 1 pint whole cherry tomatoes, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1 diced small red onion.
- Step 2: Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle 2 tsp smoked paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
- Step 3: Spread the ingredients in an even layer and roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chorizo is crispy and tomatoes have burst.
- Step 4: Remove from oven, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Spanish-Style Chickpea and Chorizo Stew take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Spanish-Style Chickpea and Chorizo Stew?
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 spicy chorizo sausage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Spanish-Style Chickpea and Chorizo Stew?
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 Spanish-Style Chickpea and Chorizo Stew 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 Spanish-Style Chickpea and Chorizo Stew?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved it! Easy and flavorful.
- ★★★★★
My kids devoured this! Perfect for weeknights.
- ★★★★☆
Tasted great but a bit bland without extra spices.







