Chorizo Pasta
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Chorizo Pasta
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Ready in just 25 minutes, full of big, bold flavors, and tossed with a rich, creamy sauce, this chorizo pasta recipe is guaranteed to be a hit! Spicy, smoky chorizo makes this dish a standout, while the cream sauce makes it feel just a little bit indulgent.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chorizo
- 1 onion diced, large
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 teaspoons creole seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chiles 1 can, Rotel brand
- 8 ounces Mexican blend cheese
- 16 ounces pasta uncooked
Garnish (optional)
- cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta to al dente per package directions, draining once done.
- While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the chorizo and onion and cook for 5-8 minutes breaking up the meat as you stir. Continue to cook, stirring regularly until the meat is cooked through and the onion is translucent.
- Sprinkle the meat mixture with the flour and creole seasoning and stir to combine. Cook for 60-90 seconds, then add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and rotel. Whisk the sauce until smooth and bring to a boil.
- Immediately reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 3-5 minutes or until the sauce starts to thicken. Then stir in the cheese, and season with salt to taste.
- Add the pasta and toss to coat. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
Notes
- How to Store: To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- How to Store: To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- How to Reheat: Reheat chorizo pasta in the microwave or in a skillet with a splash of broth or cream.
- How to Reheat: Reheat chorizo pasta in the microwave or in a skillet with a splash of broth or cream.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
598kcal
(30%)
Carbohydrates
48g
(16%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
33g
(51%)
Saturated Fat
17g
(85%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
97mg
(32%)
Sodium
406mg
(17%)
Potassium
288mg
(6%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1078IU
(22%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
236mg
(24%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 598 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 598kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 288mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1078IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 236mg | 24% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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