Cheesy Chorizo Orzo with Blistered Tomatoes and Spinach

I feel like I need to address Hurricane Harvey. I know this is primarily a food and travel blog but it’s technically my journal of all the things so I feel it’s appropriate given the circumstances. The devastation is heartbreaking to watch on tv and read online. Please take a moment to read the many different ways you can help from afar.

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Okay, so how does one segue into a recipe post after just talking about a national disaster? You’re right, you probably can’t and it’s awkward. So let’s just rip the bandaid and quickly chat about this cheesy chorizo orzo with blistered tomatoes and spinach.

You know me, I’m all about simple weeknight dinner ideas and this one definitely fits the bill. Not only is it simple, its also got tons of flavor from the chorizo, sweet blistered tomatoes, spinach, and the salty crumbled queso fresco on top!

This orzo dish doesn’t even need sauce because of all the flavor it already has in it. I love it!

You’ll be surprised all how well all the ingredients go together. They just seem to be super happy in a giant skillet

Cheesy Chorizo Orzo with Blistered Tomatoes and Spinach

A flavorful combination chorizo, tomatoes, and spinach in a quick and easy weeknight meal!

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 2

Author: Julie Chiou

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Ingredients 

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• ▢ 1 pound fresh chorizo sausage, casings removed
• ▢ ½ large onion, chopped
• ▢ ⅔ cup grape tomatoes, halved
• ▢ 2 cups orzo
• ▢ 4 cups beef broth
• ▢ 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• ▢ 2 cups baby spinach
• ▢ ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• ▢ Salt and pepper, to taste
• ▢ Crumbled queso fresco, to top

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Instructions

• In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown chorizo sausage and break it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula.
• Add onions and cook until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
• Add the tomatoes and cook until outsides are slightly blistered and tomato has softened.
• Add in the orzo and toss to toast a bit.
• Add the beef broth and tomato paste then bring to a boil and cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook until orzo has cooked through, stirring occasionally. 
• Once done, add spinach and cook until wilted. Then add the cheese and stir to melt. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Serve with crumbled queso fresco on top.

NUTRITION FACTS

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 855 kcal | Carbohydrates: 51 g | Protein: 46 g | Fat: 51 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 5 g

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy pasta recipe