Chicken Chorizo and Tomato Casserole (Print Version)

Tender chicken and spicy chorizo simmered with tomatoes in a rich, smoky sauce for a comforting one-pot meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
02 - 5 oz cured chorizo sausage, sliced

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
06 - 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
07 - 14 oz canned chopped tomatoes
08 - 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Staples & Liquids

09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 2/3 cup chicken stock
11 - 1 tbsp tomato paste

→ Spices & Seasonings

12 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
14 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
15 - Salt, to taste
16 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof casserole dish or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
02 - Add the chorizo and cook for 2–3 minutes until it releases its oil and begins to crisp. Remove and set aside.
03 - Add chicken pieces to the pan. Brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside with the chorizo.
04 - In the same pan, add onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
05 - Stir in red and yellow peppers; cook for another 2 minutes.
06 - Return the chicken and chorizo to the pan. Stir in smoked paprika, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
07 - Add tomato paste, canned tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and chicken stock. Stir well to combine.
08 - Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 30 minutes, or transfer to a preheated oven at 350°F for 30 minutes.
09 - Remove the lid for the last 10 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly, if desired.
10 - Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one vessel, which means maximum flavor and minimum cleanup
  • Chorizo does double duty as protein and seasoning, infusing the whole dish with its smoky depth
  • The tomato-based sauce gets richer as it cooks, making leftovers even better the next day
02 -
  • Chorizo varieties vary wildly in saltiness, so taste your sauce before adding extra salt at the end
  • If your sauce looks too thick, add a splash more stock or water, as it will continue reducing
  • The dish needs that final uncovered time to concentrate the flavors and achieve the right consistency
03 -
  • Chorizo quality matters—look for one that's firm to the touch and deeply colored
  • If you can find Spanish smoked paprika (Pimentón de la Vera), it's worth the hunt for that authentic flavor

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