Description
Chorizo Chickpea Stew is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings. This flavorful stew combines spicy chorizo, tender chickpeas, and aromatic vegetables in a rich broth, making it a delightful centerpiece for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this stew is sure to warm both body and soul. Serve it with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal that your friends and family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spicy chorizo, crumbled
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add crumbled chorizo and brown for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Add diced tomatoes with their juices; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Gently mix in chickpeas along with vegetable broth to cover everything.
- Season with cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg