Description
Spaghetti Creamy Bell Pepper Chorizo is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of savory chorizo with the vibrant sweetness of bell peppers, all enveloped in a luscious cream sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, as it comes together in just 30 minutes. With its creamy texture and robust flavors, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 8 ounces chorizo, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook until browned.
- Stir in onion and bell peppers, sautéing until tender. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Lower heat, pour in heavy cream, and stir well to combine. Mix in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 345g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg