Cheesy Chorizo and Bean Skillet

5 from 2 votes

This Cheesy Chorizo and Bean Skillet is a one-pan wonder that's hearty and flavorful yet easy enough to whip up on a weeknight. Spicy chorizo, black beans, crispy potatoes, and bell pepper come together for cheesy deliciousness in every bite. It's ready in just 35 minutes, is naturally gluten free and won't break the bank!

Servings people

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Equipment

cutting board
knife
large pan with lid
spatula
large bowl

Ingredients

1 lb fresh chorizo *
½ large yellow onion finely diced
1 green bell pepper diced
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp dried oregano
1 tbsp olive oil
10 oz yellow potatoes cut into ½" cubes**
kosher salt to taste
1 can black beans drained & rinsed (15oz)
1 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese
chopped cilantro optional, for garnish

Instructions

Bring a large pan to medium heat. Once hot, add chorizo and break apart with a spatula. Continue cooking for about 4-5 minutes, until done through. Remove chorizo from the pan and set aside in a large bowl.
1 lb fresh chorizo
If needed, add a bit of oil to the pan. Then, add onion, bell pepper and spices. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes until tender. Remove from the pan and place them in the bowl with the chorizo.
½ large yellow onion, 1 green bell pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp dried oregano
Add 1 tbsp of oil to the pan. Then, add the potato and spread out evenly in the pan so there's no overlap. Season with kosher salt. Allow them to cook for 5 minutes, undisturbed, to get them nice and crispy. Then, stir/flip and continue cooking for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
1 tbsp olive oil, 10 oz yellow potatoes, kosher salt
Add back in the cooked chorizo, bell peppers & onion, along with the black beans. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust the amount of salt.
1 can black beans
Sprinkle cheese evenly over the top of the skillet. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan and let it cook until the cheese is fully melted, about 5 minutes. Optionally, garnish with chopped cilantro. Enjoy!
1 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese, chopped cilantro

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Notes

*NOTE: We are using raw ground chorizo for this recipe, NOT the dried or pre-cooked kind. You can either buy it in a brick, or as links but be sure to remove the casing first.

**NOTE: I personally don't peel the potatoes, but you can if you want! Just make sure to cut them very small so that they cook all the way through.

Calories: 668kcal

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican, Spanish

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: $10 Meal, Bell Pepper, Black Beans, Cheese, Chorizo, Gluten Free, Mexican, One Pan, Potato

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