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Home » Pasta Recipes » Easy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta Bake

Easy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta Bake

Easy Dinners, Fuss Free Entertaining, Pasta Recipes First Published: April 29, 2021 | Last Updated: May 2, 2022

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Chicken Chorizo Pasta Bake is a crowd-pleasing favourite! Flavourful chorizo sausage, chicken and pasta with a lightly spiced tomato sauce, topped with gooey melted cheese. Easy to throw together, this pasta bake is full of flavour and ready in under 45 minutes!

Easy Pasta Bake

Who doesn’t love a pasta bake? This classic combination of chicken and chorizo in a please-all pasta bake topped with gooey melted cheese is the perfect easy mid-week meal. If you love a pasta bake then try my Pepperoni Pasta Bake, Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake with Leeks and Cheddar or Gnocchi Bake with Tomato, Mozzarella and Red Pepper. If you love anything with the classic combo of Chicken and Chorizo then you need to try this Chicken and Chorizo Stew with Beans or my favourite Chicken and Chorizo Tray bake with Potato and Olives.

Rigatoni pasta with chunks of chorizo sausage, chicken pieces, bell pepper and tomato, topped with melted cheese and baked in a large blue casserole dish.

Secrets to the Perfect Pasta Bake

The key to a great pasta bake is the pasta! Be careful not to overcook it – you want the pasta to be just shy of al-dente when you add it to the sauce, as it will continue to cook as it bakes. If you start off with perfectly cooked pasta, you’ll end up with a bit of a soggy mess. 

Use a nice robust pasta shape too – rigatoni, penne, fusilli or spirali are my baked pastas of choice.

Pasta bakes are also a great way to use up odds and ends of pasta packets. If I have a few almost empty packs of similar shapes (like rigatoni and penne for example) I combine them in a bake to use up. Just check cooking times.

Bowl of chicken and chorizo pasta bake next to large blue serving dish.

Chicken Chorizo Pasta

Chorizo is great with decadent, cheesy pasta sauces – it adds a nice bite and a kick of spice. 

I used cured chorizo sausage for this Chicken and Chorizo Pasta Bake, but you could use cooking chorizo or even a softer variety like ‘Nduja or sobrasada if you wish. These would melt beautifully into the tomato sauce.

This pasta bake is also a great way to use up leftover roast chicken (or even turkey) – just stir in the cooked chicken at the same time as the pasta before baking.

Close up of baked penne pasta in tomato sauce with chicken, chorizo and peppers.

Chicken Chorizo Pasta Bake Ingredients and Subs

  • Pasta – a robust shape like penne, rigatoni or fusilli
  • Chorizo – I used half a ring of cured chorizo, but you could use cooking chorizo or sub in ‘Nduja or Sobrosada.
  • Chicken – breast or thigh, cut into small strips. You could also use leftover roast chicken – just stir it in with the pasta.
  • Tinned Tomato – I love to combine one tin of chopped tomatoes and one tin of cherry tomatoes as I love the whole cherry tomatoes mixed in with the sauce. You could simply use two tins of regular chopped tomatoes though.
  • Onion – white or red will work.
  • Pepper – red, yellow or orange.
  • Mozzarella – Fresh buffalo mozzarella is best, but you can use pre-grated or swap for grated cheddar or even feta cheese.
  • Garlic
  • Oregano
  • Paprika – use a spicy variety if you like some added heat.
  • Fresh Basil – to garnish.
  • Optional Additions: add some chopped chilli with the onions for a spicy kick or stir in some fresh spinach before baking if you want to add more greens to your diet.

I use this shallow casserole dish for my pasta bake. It’s perfect because it is suitable on the hob and in the oven, so I only need one pot!

Common Questions

Can I make this pasta bake dairy free?

Yes there is no cream or dairy in this recipe except for the cheese topping. Either skip the cheese or use a dairy free alternative that melts well.

Is this Chicken and Chorizo pasta gluten free?

Yes as long as you use a gluten free pasta and chorizo.

Can I reheat this pasta bake?

Yes, it makes great leftovers. Just reheat in the microwave until piping hot.

Can I freeze this pasta?

I don’t recommend freezing pasta dishes.

Can I make ahead?

Yes – once you have added the pasta to the sauce, cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking as per the recipe. If making in advance ensure the chicken is cooked all the way through before storing. You may also want to undercook the pasta by a further minute as it will soak up the sauce as it sits.

I hope you like this recipe as much as I do! Please leave a comment or tag me on Instagram @carrieskitchen_ if you make it!

More easy pasta dishes:
  • Aubergine Ragu with Pappardelle
  • Easy Turkey Bolognese
  • Chilli Prawn Linguine
  • Smoked Salmon and Prawn Linguine
  • Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta
  • Broccoli Pasta Bake

Chicken and Chorizo Pasta Bake

Carrie Carvalho
Chicken Chorizo Pasta Bake is a crowd-pleasing favourite! Easy to throw together, full of flavour and ready in under 45 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 818 kcal

Equipment

  • A large oven-safe frying pan or shallow casserole dish

Ingredients
 
 

  • 350 grams dried pasta shapes I use penne, rigatoni or fusilli
  • 100 grams cured chorizo sausage sliced
  • 2 chicken breasts or 4 thighs
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 red, yellow or orange pepper sliced into strips
  • 2 cloves garlic diced
  • 400 grams tin chopped tomatoes
  • 400 grams tin cherry tomatoes or another tin of chopped tomatoes
  • 250 grams mozzarella
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • fresh basil to garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 200°c/180 fan/400f/gas mark 6.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the pasta until just al-dente (about 1 minute less than the packet instructions). Drain and set aside.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large oven-safe frying pan or shallow casserole dish. Add the onion and chorizo and cook for 2-3 minutes to let the chorizo release its flavour-packed oil.
  • Slice the chicken into thin strips and add to the pan with the paprika, oregano and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Fry for 2 minutes to brown the chicken, then stir in the garlic and peppers and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Pour over the tomatoes and stir well, then bring to a simmer. Add salt and pepper to taste if desired.
  • Take off the heat and stir in the pasta – make sure everything is well combined.
  • Tear the mozzarella into pieces and scatter over the top.
  • Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
  • Scatter over fresh basil to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 818kcalCarbohydrates: 83gProtein: 57gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 137mgSodium: 1105mgPotassium: 1268mgFiber: 7gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2065IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 425mgIron: 5mg
Keyword chicken, chorizo, pasta, pasta bake
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    1. Lesley says

      September 16, 2021 at 9:08 am

      5 stars
      I love a pasta bake, particularly when the days start to turn a little colder. Great combination of flavours in this recipe too.

      Reply
    2. Chloe says

      September 17, 2021 at 10:08 pm

      5 stars
      Ooh yes this is exactly my kind of recipe, I love chorizo in pasta – yum!

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    3. Cat | Curly's Cooking says

      September 17, 2021 at 11:07 pm

      5 stars
      Love these flavours, what a great meal for the whole family.

      Reply
    4. Janice says

      September 20, 2021 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe using some of my favourite ingredients.

      Reply

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