Chorizo and Beans

Satisfy your craving for bold, hearty flavors with this one-pot Chorizo and Beans recipe, a savory medley of smoky chorizo sausage, tender black and kidney beans, and aromatic spices like paprika and cumin. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this 40-minute dish combines the vibrant zest of diced tomatoes with a touch of heat from optional cayenne pepper, all simmered together in a rich chicken stock base. Its cozy, robust taste makes it an irresistible comfort food, while the fresh cilantro garnish adds a refreshing pop of color and flavor. Serve it with crusty bread or over rice for a complete, satisfying meal. With its quick preparation and vibrant flavor profile, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of quick, flavorful, and protein-packed meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Chorizo sausage
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 400 grams Canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 400 grams Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 2

Slice the chorizo into bite-sized pieces and cook in the skillet until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chorizo from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the paprika, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using), and cook for 30 seconds to toast the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the black beans, kidney beans, chicken stock, salt, and black pepper, and stir to combine.

Step 8

Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet and mix well.

Step 9

Simmer the mixture on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve the chorizo and beans hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2015.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2780.8

Total Fat 176.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 296.1mg	0%
Sodium 9551.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 139.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 509.4mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 3270.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.4%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 22.4%