Spiced Apple Chorizo Dinner

This sheet-pan dinner roasts sliced chorizo with sweet potatoes, apples and red onion, seasoned with smoked paprika and cinnamon. Everything goes on one pan, so there is little cleanup. The recipe serves 4 and takes 45 minutes, 15 for prep and about 30 in the oven.

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The spicy, smoky chorizo gives off fat as it roasts, which the vegetables and apples soak up. The apples and sweet potatoes bring sweetness that balances it.

What Goes on the Pan

The full amounts are in the recipe card at the bottom.

• Chorizo (1 pound): the main flavor, spicy and smoky. Slice it and scatter it over the top.
• Apples (2, cored and sliced): they soften as they roast and contrast with the savory chorizo.
• Sweet potatoes (2, cubed): they roast tender and take on the spices. Cut the cubes the same size so they cook evenly.
• Red onion (1, sliced): it caramelizes in the oven.
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons): helps the vegetables crisp.
• Smoked paprika and cinnamon (1 teaspoon each): the paprika adds smoke and the cinnamon ties the sweet and savory sides together.
• Salt and black pepper: to taste. Check the seasoning before serving, since a little more may be needed.

Roasting It

Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine the sweet potatoes, apples and onion in a large bowl, drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the paprika, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Spread everything on a sheet pan, slice the chorizo and scatter it over the top. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the chorizo is browned. Serve warm. You can chop the vegetables while the oven preheats.

Variations

• Lighter: chicken sausage can replace the chorizo.
• Vegetarian: use a plant-based sausage or chickpeas in place of the chorizo.
• More vegetables: bell peppers, carrots, zucchini or Brussels sprouts all roast well on the same pan.
• Herbs and heat: thyme or rosemary added before roasting gives aroma, and a pinch of cayenne adds heat. A squeeze of lemon juice just before serving brightens the flavors.

What to Serve With It

A green salad with a light vinaigrette balances the richness of the chorizo and the sweetness of the apples. Crusty whole-grain bread soaks up the juices on the plate, and quinoa makes a heartier meal. Apple cider or a light white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc goes well with it.

Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven or the microwave.

Nutrition per Serving

Each plate has about 500 calories, 30 grams of fat (10 grams saturated), 45 grams of carbohydrates, 6 grams of fiber, 10 grams of sugar, 20 grams of protein and 800 milligrams of sodium. These are estimates.

FAQ

What is a sheet-pan dinner?

A meal cooked on a single baking sheet. It keeps the cooking simple and the cleanup short.

Can I use other vegetables?

Yes. Bell peppers, zucchini or carrots all work. Mix in whatever is in season.

How long do leftovers keep?

Up to 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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