Spicy Spanish Chorizo and Chickpea Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

A hearty stew combining smoky Spanish chorizo with tender chickpeas simmered in a rich tomato base with smoked paprika and garlic. This Spanish-inspired one-pot recipe (gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Spanish chorizo sausage, canned chickpeas, 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 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 Spanish chorizo sausage
• 2 cups, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add 8 oz sliced Spanish chorizo and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot, sautéing for 5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, cooking for 1 minute to release the spices’ aromas.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cups drained canned chickpeas, 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes, and 1 cup vegetable broth; stir to combine.
5. Step 5: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until the stew thickens and flavors meld.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.