Spanish-Style Chickpea and Sausage Stew
A hearty, one-pot stew combining smoky chorizo, creamy chickpeas, and a rich tomato-based broth, perfect for a comforting meal. This spanish-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs sliced chorizo, (canned, drained) chickpeas, medium, diced tomato 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
- 4 oz, sliced chorizo
- 1 1/2 cups (canned, drained) chickpeas
- 2 medium, diced tomato
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook for 5 minutes until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add chickpeas, water, and cooked chorizo. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the stew thickens and flavors meld. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spanish-Style Chickpea and Sausage Stew take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Spanish-Style Chickpea and Sausage 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 sliced chorizo from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spanish-Style Chickpea and Sausage 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 Spanish-Style Chickpea and Sausage 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 Spanish-Style Chickpea and Sausage Stew?
Spanish one pot 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
- ★★★★★
Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order spanish delivery again.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
