Pasta with Chorizo, Olives, Capsicum and Tomatoes (30 minutes, One-Pan)

When I’m in the mood for something hearty and flavourful, I love whipping up a pasta dish. Recently, I decided to combine some of my favourite ingredients, chorizo, yellow capsicum, sundried tomatoes, and black olives with some macaroni pasta. The result was a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. It can be cooked up in one pan and in 30 minutes.

The Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cup of macaroni pasta
• 1/2 cup of chorizo, sliced
• 1/2 yellow capsicum, sliced
• 1/2 cup of sliced sundried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup of pitted black olives
• 1/2 cup of fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese or basil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil and cook the macaroni pasta according to the packet instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a stainless steel frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chorizo and cook until browned and crispy.
3. Add the sliced yellow capsicum to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, until tender.
4. Add the chopped sundried tomatoes and sliced black olives to the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the flavours are combined.
5. Add the cooked macaroni pasta to the pan, tossing everything together to combine.
6. Stir in the fresh cherry tomatoes and cook for a further minute, until they’re slightly softened.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and top with grated Parmesan cheese or basil if desired.

Ingredient Swap Ideas:

• Use different types of pasta, such as penne or fusilli, for a change of texture.
• Swap the chorizo for other spicy sausages, such as pepperoni or salami.
• Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, for extra flavour.
• Use different types of olives, such as green or Kalamata, for a different flavour profile.

Side Dish Suggestions:

• A simple green salad or a handful of mixed greens for a fresh contrast.
• A side of garlic bread or Ciabatta for a more filling meal.
• A bowl of crudités, such as carrot sticks or cucumber slices, for a crunchy snack.

This macaroni dish is a perfect combination of flavours and textures, the spicy chorizo, the sweetness of the yellow capsicum, and the tanginess of the sundried tomatoes all come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal. Give it a try and see how you can enjoy this easy and tasty dish!

Pasta with Chorizo, Capsicum, Olives and Tomatoes

When I’m in the mood for something hearty and flavourful, I love whipping up a pasta dish. Recently, I decided to combine some of my favourite ingredients, chorizo, yellow capsicum, sundried tomatoes, and black olives with some macaroni pasta. The result was a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. It can be cooked up in one pan and in 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 2 people

Equipment

• frying pan

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 cup macaroni pasta
• 1/2 cup chorizo sliced
• 1/2 yellow capsicum sliced
• 1/2 cup sliced sundried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup pitted black olives
• 1/2 cup fresh cherry tomatoes halved
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• grated parmesan cheese or basil optional

Instructions

 

• Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil and cook the macaroni pasta according to the packet instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
• In a stainless steel frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chorizo and cook until browned and crispy.
• Add the sliced yellow capsicum to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, until tender.
• Add the chopped sundried tomatoes and sliced black olives to the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the flavours are combined.
• Add the cooked macaroni pasta to the pan, tossing everything together to combine.
• Stir in the fresh cherry tomatoes and cook for a further minute, until they’re slightly softened.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste, and top with grated Parmesan cheese or basil if desired.

Notes

Ingredient Swap Ideas:

• Use different types of pasta, such as penne or fusilli, for a change of texture.
• Swap the chorizo for other spicy sausages, such as pepperoni or salami.
• Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, for extra flavour.
• Use different types of olives, such as green or Kalamata, for a different flavour profile.

Side Dish Suggestions:

• A simple green salad or a handful of mixed greens for a fresh contrast.
• A side of garlic bread or Ciabatta for a more filling meal.
• A bowl of crudités, such as carrot sticks or cucumber slices, for a crunchy snack.

Keyword meat, one pan