This creamy chorizo pasta is the ultimate comfort food. Packed with spicy chorizo and coated with a velvety tomato cream sauce, this flavorful dish comes together in just 20 minutes! Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Why you’ll love this easy chorizo pasta
There’s nothing better than curling up with a comforting bowl of pasta, and this dish is perfect for that moment.
Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s sure to become a family favorite. The ingredients are simple, the recipe is effortless, yet it feels indulgent and special.
It’s also incredibly versatile! Add veggies to the sauce for extra nutrients or pair it with a leafy side salad. Want a milder version? Swap the chorizo for a sweet Italian sausage to make it more kid-friendly, or experiment with different pasta shapes for variety.
Follow my step-by-step video or join me on YouTube to bring this easy, delicious pasta to your table!
Ingredients for chorizo tomato pasta
- Pasta: Use your favorite type! The creamy tomato chorizo sauce pairs beautifully with any pasta, whether long or short.
- Chorizo: Spicy, uncooked chorizo works best, but if unavailable, substitute with Italian sausage, ground pork, or ground chicken. Just add smoked paprika and chili flakes to recreate the spicy flavor.
- Garlic: This is a garlicky sauce, so go for freshly minced garlic—avoid pre-chopped for maximum flavor.
- Tomato paste: Provides a rich and tangy tomato base for the sauce.
- Cream: Heavy cream adds richness, but you can use half-and-half for a lighter option. For a dairy-free alternative, soy cream or lactose-free cream works just as well.
- Parmesan: Freshly grated Parmesan enhances the flavor—nothing beats it!
- Seasoning: A simple mix of salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. For a twist, you can substitute oregano with thyme.
Recipe tips
- Add extra flavor and texture by tossing in roasted bell peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, or roasted broccoli florets.
- Use either sweet or spicy sausage, depending on your flavor preference.
- Switch up the pasta by using ravioli, tortellini, or gnocchi for a fun twist.
- Serve alongside a big leafy salad drizzled with a balsamic dressing.
How to store sausage pasta with creamy tomato sauce
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Place the pasta in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. To enjoy later, thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water to bring the sauce back to its creamy consistency.
Looking for more weeknight saviors? Check out my 15 minute sun-dried tomato pasta, One-pot tortellini with sausage or ‘Nduja pasta alla vodka.
Creamy Chorizo Pasta
Ingredients
- 14 ounces rigatoni
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 11 ounces spicy chorizo sausage
- 6 garlic cloves - minced
- 4 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley - optional
Instructions
- Get your prep done before you start cooking: Mince the garlic cloves. Grate the Parmesan. Remove casings from the sausages and cut into smaller pieces.
- Boil rigatoni in generously salted water until al dente. Drain when ready, reserving 1 cup cooking water.
- Heat butter over medium in a large skillet. Add chorizo and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in garlic. Add tomato paste and cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in oregano, salt and pepper. Pour in cream and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to low, then stir in Parmesan.
- Toss in rigatoni and ½ cup cooking water. Taste and adjust salt. Finish off with parsley. Enjoy!
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