Easy Creamy Pasta with Chorizo Recipe

This Easy Creamy Pasta with Chorizo Recipe has a creamy sauce with a subtle kick of spiciness from the chorizo. The creamy chorizo sauce gives the pasta a vibrant orange hue.

My family is always up for any simple pasta dish; whenever I don’t know what to make for dinner tonight and am short on time, they say, “Make pasta.” This lovely, hearty, filling dish makes an excellent dinner for a busy weeknight. 

I sometimes try new recipes because my family is a bit picky. So I try not to do it too often because my family will look at me like, “Mom, what are you making?”. But I don’t think you can ever go wrong with a creamy chorizo pasta recipe because chorizo can go with just about anything.

Another easy midweek meal would be my One pot hamburger helper;  it also makes a great one pot pasta recipe. 

Why should you make this recipe?

1. Quick Preparation: This quick pasta dish is designed to be simple and fast, perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
2. Flavorful Ingredients: Chorizo adds a rich, spicy kick that elevates the dish, while the creamy sauce provides a comforting balance. The combination creates a satisfying flavor profile that will please your taste buds with only a handful of ingredients. 
3. Comfort Food: Creamy pasta is a classic comfort food that can be very satisfying, perfect for cozy evenings or when you’re in need of a little indulgence.

Other ingredients you can add

Red pepper flakes– These can be added when you add garlic powder and paprika. 

Baby spinach– This can be added at the end with the cheese 

Red bell pepper—After cooking the chorizo, add diced red bell pepper and saute for 2-3 minutes. 

Parmesan cheese– These can be added as a garnish when they’re finished.

Chilli flakes– These can be added when you add garlic powder and paprika. 

Cream cheese– You can add half a block, which is about 4 oz when you add your shredded cheese.  

How do you pair Easy Creamy Pasta with Chorizo?

You can pair this recipe with garlic bread; many grocery stores have French bread cut in half and garlic butter on it. All you have to do is pop it in the oven. Caesar salad is also a great side. Many grocery stores have Caesar salad already prepared in the deli section.

Here are other easy pasta dishes you might like

2 Ingredient creamy pasta sauce 

One pot hamburger helper 

Simple creamy mac and cheese

Easy caesar pasta salad

Ingredients

 Oil– Olive, vegetable, avocado, or any neutral oil. 

Longaniza– I like to use longaniza because it’s meatier and less greasy, but you can use any chorizo you choose. 

Milk 

Garlic powder 

Paprika

All-purpose flour   

Pasta– I used penne pasta for this recipe, but you can use any shape of pasta you would like. 

Bay leaf 

Salt 

Instructions

1. Add 8 cups of water, salt, and bay leaf to a 4-quart pot. Bring water to a boil, then add pasta and bring to a simmer. Cook for 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente.

2. Add oil over medium-high heat While pasta is cooking in another 4-quart pot. Then, add chorizo and break it apart by hand with a cooking spoon; continue breaking the chorizo apart and cooking until browned.

3. Add milk, heavy cream, garlic powder, and paprika, mix well, 

4. Mix all-purpose flour and water in a small bowl, mix well, and add to the sauce for 5 minutes. 

5. Once the pasta is done, drain and add to the sauce; mix well and serve. 

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