Turn up the heat with flavor-packed chorizo recipes, from skillet breakfasts and meaty mains to pastas and shareable appetisers.
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Chorizo & Grits Breakfast Bowls
From the Recipe Creator:
While growing up, I bonded with my dad over chorizo and eggs. My fresh approach combines them with grits and black beans for this chorizo breakfast bowl. You can even add a spoonful of pico de gallo. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 344 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 239mg cholesterol, 636mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 starch.
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Chorizo Burgers
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve always enjoyed a hamburger right off the grill, and in the Southwest we enjoy chorizo, so I combined the two. Instead of using store-bought condiments, I use fresh ingredients to brighten up the burgers along with some pickled vegetables. I like to serve these burgers with a side of deep-fried Brussels sprouts. —Robert J. Johnson, Chino Valley, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 burger: 555 calories, 30g fat (11g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 1264mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 34g protein.
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Chorizo Tacos
From the Recipe Creator:
Turn up the heat with these spicy tacos. Chorizo—a smoky and savory Spanish meat—gets cooked with chipotle pepper for a bold flavor with some heat. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 555 calories, 38g fat (12g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 1428mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein.
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Grilled Chorizo and Shrimp Paella
From the Recipe Creator:
This shrimp paella recipe is not only healthy but satisfying, too! It has vitamin C from the sweet red pepper, fiber from the rice, and lean protein from the chicken sausage. — Daniel Bartholomay, Fargo, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 388 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 787mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein.
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Black Bean, Chorizo & Sweet Potato Chili
From the Recipe Creator:
Chili is one of my all-time favorite dishes. This recipe takes it to the next level by changing up the flavors and adding a surprise--sweet potatoes! —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 263 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 823mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 6g fiber), 12g protein.
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Chorizo Egg Casserole
From the Recipe Creator:
Growing up on chorizo and egg burritos, I decided it was time for a remake. In the morning when I make coffee, I pop this in the oven and an hour later, breakfast is ready! —Relina Shirley, Reno, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 461 calories, 34g fat (15g saturated fat), 215mg cholesterol, 1017mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Sheet-Pan New England Clambake
From the Recipe Creator:
So many tasty swaps are possible for this recipe: Add pieces of salmon or haddock, use other quick-cooking veggies or go for kielbasa links. — Pamela Gelsomini, Wrentham, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 639 calories, 35g fat (15g saturated fat), 214mg cholesterol, 1302mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 46g protein.
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Mexican Sausage & Cornbread Strata
From the Recipe Creator:
The beauty of my Mexican strata is that you can change it depending on the veggies you have on hand. I make mine most often with corn and pico de gallo. —Lisa Huff, Wilton, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 495 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 203mg cholesterol, 1332mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
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Chorizo Bowl
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always on the hunt for fast and filling meals. Chicken sausage makes an awesome one-dish dinner by itself or served with brown rice in a burrito. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 425 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1275mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 8g fiber), 27g protein.
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Breakfast Enchiladas
From the Recipe Creator:
Draped in gooey cheese and a savory sauce, these enchiladas are a popular option at any holiday brunch. Chorizo gives the hearty filling a southwestern kick. —Tahnia Fox, Trenton, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 enchilada: 369 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 189mg cholesterol, 1028mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
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My Best-Ever Jambalaya
From the Recipe Creator:
I tried to mimic Jambalaya from my favorite restaurant and it turned out so well my daughter and husband now prefer my recipe and won't order it when we go to the restaurant! —Alexis Van Vulpen, St. Albert, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 323 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 1124mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
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Breakfast Empanadas
Nutrition Facts:
1 empanada: 218 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Cedar-Plank Stuffed Portobellos
From the Recipe Creator:
When we were newlyweds, my father-in-law made us stuffed portobello mushrooms. I’ve tweaked the recipe for our tastes. I like to serve it with salad and potato wedges. —Katie Stemp, Tacoma, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed mushroom.: 404 calories, 32g fat (11g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 896mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.
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Chorizo Egg Wraps
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband grew up in Southern California and loves chorizo. We use the spicy sausage in these chorizo and egg wraps that our children call Daddy's Eggs.—April Nissen, Yankton, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 519 calories, 32g fat (12g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 1121mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
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Macau-Style Portuguese Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
Since moving to Toronto, I couldn’t find an authentic version of the dish I grew up with in my hometown of Macau, so I created my own. —Sammi Pun, Toronto, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1-3/4 cups: 551 calories, 38g fat (23g saturated fat), 137mg cholesterol, 1013mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein.
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Chorizo Salsa Omelet
From the Recipe Creator:
Just a few ingredients jazz up a basic omelet and make it delish! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 omelet: 588 calories, 48g fat (19g saturated fat), 727mg cholesterol, 1568mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein.
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Queso Fundido
From the Recipe Creator:
Dig in to this one-skillet dip and enjoy the gooey cheese and the spicy kicks from chorizo and pepper jack. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 161 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 365mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Rhode Island Stuffies
From the Recipe Creator:
The third of July is almost as important as July Fourth in my family. We make these stuffed clams on the third every year, and it's an event in and of itself! —Karen Barros, Bristol, Rhode Island
Nutrition Facts:
3 stuffed clams: 296 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1188mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.
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Chorizo & Egg Breakfast Ring
From the Recipe Creator:
People go crazy when I bring this loaded crescent ring to parties. I can bake it at home and take it anywhere. Of course, everyone's happy when we have it for dinner, too! —Frances Blackwelder, Grand Junction, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces: 477 calories, 32g fat (11g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 1149mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 20g protein.
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Chicken Fajita Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
This south-of-the-border chowder is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes, and it's a winner at family dinners and potlucks alike. We like ours topped with fresh avocado, shredded cheddar cheese and chili cheese corn chips. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 269 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1069mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein.
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Brazilian Pork & Black Bean Stew
From the Recipe Creator:
During high school, I spent a year in Brazil and fell in love with the culture and food. One of my favorite dishes was feijoada, a chili/stew served over white rice. I introduced this easy recipe to my family, and it has become one of our favorite comfort foods. —Andrea Romanczyk, Magna, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 531 calories, 33g fat (11g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1069mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 33g protein.
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Chorizo and Eggs Ranchero
From the Recipe Creator:
For a festive Mexican breakfast, we do chorizo and huevos rancheros. Add refried beans and cheddar, and serve everything in bowls made of tortillas. —Paul Williams, Fort Mohave, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 tortilla bowl: 675 calories, 37g fat (13g saturated fat), 436mg cholesterol, 1728mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 37g protein.
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Chorizo Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
This filling soup is fantastic when you need to warm up on a blustery day! If you want a chowder consistency, use a potato masher to break down some of the spuds. —Laura Davis, Chincoteague, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 269 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 1063mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
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Summer Breakfast Skillet
From the Recipe Creator:
Sizzle up spicy chorizo, veggies and eggs with this breakfast skillet recipe that keeps you going all morning. If I want something handheld, I turn it into tacos. —Andrea Rivera, Westbury, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 399 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 250mg cholesterol, 1012mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
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Fiesta-Twisted Brunswick Stew
From the Recipe Creator:
Traditionally made with game meat, this updated Brunswick stew, using spicy sausage, is a modern mom’s best friend. —Donna Marie Ryan, Topsfield, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups (calculated without cheese): 358 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 1188mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 27g protein.
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Chorizo Pumpkin Pasta
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m a busy student, and this spicy-sweet pasta makes a perfect quick dinner. Even better, it works on a bigger scale to feed a bunch of friends. —Christine Yang, Syracuse, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 471 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 847mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein.
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Chorizo Chili
From the Recipe Creator:
I modified a bean soup recipe and came up with this wonderful chili. I make it mild, since that's how my family likes it, then I just add Tabasco sauce to spice up my bowl. Feel free to make it vegetarian by using soy chorizo and vegetable broth. —Jenne Delkus, Des Peres, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 366 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 1262mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 10g fiber), 18g protein.
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Cheddar and Chorizo Strata
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 370 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 192mg cholesterol, 946mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Chorizo and Chickpea Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
Chorizo sausage adds its own spice to the broth of this soup, creating delicious flavor with no need for more seasonings. And while it's cooking, the whole house smells divine! —Jaclyn McKewan, Lancaster, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 180 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 high-fat meat.
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Chorizo Spaghetti Squash Skillet
From the Recipe Creator:
Get your noodle fix minus the pasta with this spicy one-dish meal. It's a fill-you-up dinner that's low in calories—which makes it a weeknight winner in my book! —Sherrill Oake, Springfield, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 255 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 704mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Potato and Chorizo Casserole
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 316 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Chorizo & Chipotle Stuffed Cabbage Cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family and friends enjoy Polish recipes, and my hubby loves Mexican, too. I created delicious cabbage rolls that highlight the warm and inviting flavors of both cultures. —Brenda Watts, Gaffney, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
2 cabbage cups: 521 calories, 37g fat (14g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1464mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
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Orange-Glazed Chicken & Chorizo Meatballs
From the Recipe Creator:
These tasty southwestern meatballs warm up a buffet. I add pomegranate seeds, jalapeno pepper jelly and cilantro to make everything pop with color. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 meatball: 71 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 169mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Baked Oysters with Tasso Cream
From the Recipe Creator:
I love nothing more than a cold beer and a shucked oyster, so when my partners and I opened Saw’s Juke Joint in Birmingham, Alabama, we wanted to add them to the menu. We love making them, we love serving them and our guests love eating them. —Taylor Hicks, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 oyster with 2 tablespoons sauce: 236 calories, 22g fat (13g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 229mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Nacho Tots
From the Recipe Creator:
This is an easy, versatile party appetizer that everyone loves. If you can't find chorizo, ground beef or ground chicken are wonderful, too. Top with anything you like! —Connie Krupp, Racine, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 378 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 1152mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 13g protein.
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Ramona’s Chilaquiles
From the Recipe Creator:
A dear neighbor shared this recipe. She used to make it from scratch, but my version takes a few shortcuts. —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 573 calories, 35g fat (14g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 1509mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein.
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Clam Stew
From the Recipe Creator:
Every summer my family digs clams on the shores of Block Island, Rhode Island. This dish highlights the fresh sweet and salty flavor of the clams, and the chorizo adds a little kick. Fresh Swiss chard greens from our garden, corn and cannellini beans round out the flavor profile. The best part, though, is dipping bread into the delicious broth! This is quick and easy to put together and is a perfect appetizer or dinner on a summer night! —Pamela Gelsomini, Wrentham, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
2 cups: 265 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 729mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.
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Mexican Turkey Meat Loaf
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a zesty, flavorful meat loaf you can really sink your teeth into! Pair this with black beans, rice, green salad with lime vinaigrette or any of your favorite Tex-Mex sides. —Kristen Miller, Glendale, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 335 calories, 20g fat (6g saturated fat), 149mg cholesterol, 1109mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Chiles Rellenos Breakfast Bake
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves anything with a Southwestern flavor, so I turned classic chiles rellenos into a breakfast casserole. They became fans in an instant. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 210 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 105mg cholesterol, 440mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Low and Slow Huevos Rancheros
From the Recipe Creator:
We love Mexican food, especially for breakfast. My slow-cooker version of a favorite, huevos rancheros, is rolled into flour tortillas. It's a perfect way to serve a breakfast crowd. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 488 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 192mg cholesterol, 1028mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
Chorizo Recipes FAQ
What is the best way to cook chorizo?
The best way to cook chorizo is to remove the casing if it’s in link form and crumble it into a hot skillet—no oil needed, since it releases plenty it cooks. Let it brown undisturbed for a few minutes to build color before stirring. Once fully cooked and crisped at the edges, spoon off excess fat or use it to start the base for another dish. If you’re working with cured Spanish-style chorizo, it can be sliced and seared before being added to soups, skillets or sides.
Can chorizo be used in pasta recipes?
Chorizo and pasta are a perfect match! The sausage renders quickly and seasons the pan with smoky paprika and spice, making a strong base for tomato and cream sauces or even a simple toss with broth and greens. Different pasta shapes work best with different types of sauces. Short pasta shapes work well here, especially ones that catch bits of sausage in their folds. Since chorizo is rich, a little goes a long way and you can balance the flavors out with beans, greens or a handful of fresh herbs.
What are some traditional Mexican dishes with chorizo?
Chorizo con huevos (eggs with chorizo) is a well-loved breakfast dish, often served with warm tortillas and refried beans. You’ll also find sausage in papas con chorizo (potatoes with chorizo), a hearty one-pot skillet meal common in Mexican homes. Other classics include choriqueso, where the sausage is melted into cheese for scooping with chips. These dishes highlight how Mexican chorizo, which is fresh, uncured and seasoned with vinegar and dried chiles, adds heat and tang to quick family dinners and celebratory spreads.
