Description
This **Chorizo Rice** recipe is a bold, flavorful one-pot dish that’s hearty, smoky, and satisfying. Made with spicy Mexican chorizo, fluffy rice, and simple seasonings, it’s an easy weeknight dinner that’s ready in under 40 minutes. Perfect on its own or as a side for tacos, chicken, or seafood!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Mexican chorizo sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the chorizo: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove excess grease if necessary.
- Sauté vegetables: Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add rice & spices: Stir in rice, smoked paprika, and cumin. Toast the rice for 1–2 minutes.
- Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Finish: Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve hot as a main dish or side.
Notes
- Use Mexican chorizo (raw, uncooked) for best results — Spanish cured chorizo won’t give the same texture.
- For extra spice, add jalapeños or chili flakes when sautéing.
- Make it a full meal by adding corn, black beans, or peas.
- Pairs well with grilled chicken, shrimp, or on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, One-Pot
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Chorizo Rice, Mexican Chorizo Recipes, One Pot Rice Dish, Chorizo and Rice Skillet, Easy Chorizo Dinner