Spiced Spanish Chickpea and Chorizo Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

A hearty stew combining smoky chorizo and tender chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato sauce for a comforting meal. This Spanish-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs Spanish chorizo, canned chickpeas, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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

• 200 g, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds Spanish chorizo
• 400 g, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1, diced medium onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 400 g canned diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 250 ml vegetable broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 200 g sliced Spanish chorizo and cook for 4 minutes until it releases its oils and becomes slightly crispy.
2. Step 2: Add 1 diced medium onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.
4. Step 4: Add 400 g canned diced tomatoes, 400 g drained chickpeas, and 250 ml vegetable broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 25 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
6. Step 6: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy with warm crusty bread or rice.