Weeknight Cooking
Chickpea, Spinach, and Chorizo Frittata
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80 Reviews
aitkenmail
January 20, 2024
Looks great. It would be helpful to note the size of pan in this case especially as it will dictate the thickness of the frittata.
Emma K.
May 4, 2023
I made this with soyrizo as a substitute for Mexican chorizo, but looking at the photos, it looks like it was likely intended to be made with chopped Spanish chorizo. It would be helpful to update the ingredient list to specify. The flavor was fine, but the soyrizo and eggs mixed together so the texture was not the best.
NXL
January 28, 2022
The flavors here are good. More precise info on amount of roasted red pepper and cook times would have been helpful. I used kale and it was good.
FrugalCat
October 11, 2021
For the non- metric in here, 200 grams of chickpeas is 7 ounces, or about half of a standard can.
Josephsm
June 3, 2021
This was excellent. To use up what I had on hand, I substituted Hungarian kielbasa for the chorizo, and arugula for the spinach. I also added the garlic later in the process so it wouldn't burn. I made it in my 13" carbon steel skillet and used 6 eggs. Big hit. Perfect brunch dish.
Samantha T.
July 30, 2019
Made this with soyrizo to make it vegetarian, and it was delicious! One of my go-to easy meals!
Jennifer
April 26, 2018
I have made this about 10 or 20 times now, it’s a staple in our household. I use more eggs and spinach with a large onion and it still fits in my cast iron skillet and make lot of leftovers! The feta is an excellent addition, so glad you shared this recipe!! Thank you!
Analida B.
February 21, 2018
I can't wait to try this in my frittata pan! I am a huge chorizo fan and this looks so tasty! Here is one of my favorites, Spanish tortilla: https://ethnicspoon.com/tortilla-espanola-spanish-potato-pie/
Samantha S.
May 8, 2017
too much effort seems lol, roasted pepper, chorizo whats that? smoked paprika? how do i do this? I'm on tight budget right now this is all ingredients don't normally have, so more expensive, NEXT...lol but it sure does look good. besides don't buy store eggs, no such thing as free range, too much cruelty to chickens so until i find substitute for recipes like this or place to buy......
Luciana
January 22, 2018
So find a different recipe instead of leaving a poor review? It sounds awesome to me, and they are very BASIC ingredients for a home cook.
Scribbles
March 26, 2017
This was so easy and so delicious! Definitely will be in my rotation for those nights I want something quick and yummy.
ezachos
April 24, 2016
This frittata looks irresistible! Love that it's only going to take me 10 minutes to put it together, would be even better if recipes could include their measurements translated between US and European.
Shortrib
February 3, 2016
I should have added more eggs! By the time I stirred eggs into the chickpea mixture they were basically scrambled. Next time I will use more eggs & just pour them over and maybe jostle them a little! Wonderful flavour here!
leslie W.
May 5, 2015
For the novice that I am, what does it mean to preheat the grill and set it under such? What temperature do I use in the oven? Broil?
Kate's K.
May 5, 2015
I set it over medium heat on top of the stove and then put it under the preheated broiler in oven.
chris
May 5, 2015
Unless a recipe states otherwise, I turn the broiler on its HIGH setting, 5 minutes before I need to use it (i.e. PREHEAT), and set the oven rack 5-6" below the heat element. I leave the oven door ajar and watch it like a hawk ... things seem to go from blond to burned in a nanosecond. (My son's new oven shuts itself off, when you leave the door open. Dislike!)
Jennifer P.
April 18, 2015
Made a quick version with jarred red pepper and canned chickpeas and it was still wonderful! Thank you for the delicious recipe. Definitely a keeper.
Neophyte
March 8, 2015
Brava! Halved the recipe, and took the labor-intensive way route (dried beans, soaked over night, yadda, yadda; roasted pepper/peeled pepper in oven, yadda, yadda) and it was a hit (and still easily prepared). Served with a green salad, and crusty bread for a beyond satisfying meal.
ceratops
March 1, 2015
This recipe was perfect! It was some quick and turned out amazing... a delicious Sunday brunch!
Kate's K.
February 17, 2015
Yum, tasty. I followed the recipe with the exception of adding some crumbled Feta on top before putting it under the broiler for a couple of minutes. Will make it again!
Lisa P.
January 29, 2015
Just made this. It is amazing and not much work at all. I used roasted red peppers from a jar and surprisingly they are the ingredient that brings it all together.
Phyllis
January 17, 2015
Made today for brunch and followed exact recipe (using spinach) -- wonderful flavors. No doubt will be making in the future many times over.
chris
October 12, 2014
What a revelation this was, for breakfast! I added a Serrano pepper, plus a tsp of smoked paprika because my leftover (diced) sausage wasn't chorizo. Threw in a few roasted red bell peppers, a can of drained chick peas, and some Manchego cheese (I used the vegetable peeler). Didn't have any fresh spinach. Five eggs didn't cover my 12" skillet, so I beat another egg. Let it set on the stove top for about 5 minutes, then moved it to a 350 degree oven for 10 minutes. Topped it with some fresh grated breadcrumbs, which crunched up nicely in about 5 (extra) minutes. This was absolutely delicious, very attractive, and quick to throw together. It's still great, at room temperature.
rocombo
September 26, 2014
I wonder if you could swap out the chorizo and use feta cheese to add that tasty bite that's a little lower in calories...
Priscilla L.
June 30, 2014
This has become my new favorite quick summer night recipe! Add a sliced avocado and a glass of wine and, voila, dinner is served. Quick clean up, too. Just a heads-up, don't make the same mistake I did once. I sauteed a red pepper along with the onion and, for some unknown reason, thought I would need a larger skillet for the whole thing. Had to almost double the eggs for it to set!
Hmm, the Forth of July is Friday...just may make this for the Block Party breakfast.
Hmm, the Forth of July is Friday...just may make this for the Block Party breakfast.
Laura R.
April 29, 2014
This was a huge hit for my impromptu brunch. Didn't have roasted peppers but decided to keep in the Spanish tapas flavor and add grated Manchego cheese... Superb!
SueD
March 17, 2014
Mamazz, there are several varieties of Soyrizo which are vegan, a veggie protein (meat analog) which are quite tasty. Give it a try again with this.
Mamazz
March 11, 2014
this was fabulous- we are vegetarian so I omitted the chorizo and just added more chickpeas and spinach- I also doubled the amount of smoked parka and added a couple shakes of cayenne-finished it off under the broiler with some dollops of goat cheese
Sara S.
January 14, 2014
I made this last night and it was a big hit! Served it with crostini and a kale salad.
Laura A.
September 7, 2013
Made this for breakfast as is , minus step 6 (I don't have an oven safe skillet so I put in the oven for 13 min. at 350 degrees) and it was a HUGE hit! Both my husband and I loved it! The chickpeas add a wonderful creaminess to the fritatta and the chorizo packs a nice spicy punch to start the day. Will definitely make this again!
Orionmar
February 27, 2014
Thank you for the cooking tip, Laura. As I don't own a grill, I used your technique and it turned out beautifully.
Hadyourtea?
June 12, 2013
All your revamped versions sound amazing, especially the Mexican chorizo and jalapeno flavour, it is such a pantry staple for me.
glammie
May 19, 2013
Made this this AM. Subbed white kidney beans for the chickpeas (I was out ... which I didn't know until it was too late), a fresh red pepper that I sauteed with the onion. I also swapped out 2 eggs for three egg whites. Fab! I had one chorizo link left over so y'know I'm making this again next weekend!
chefbonandee
May 10, 2013
yes! so much yes. I subbed longaniza sausage for the chorizo, left out the red pepper, and added chopped crimini mushrooms and serrano chiles, and topped each piece with a big dollop of greek yogurt. oh man was it good. the boyfriend had some for lunch and went back for the leftovers for dinner. this one is a keeper!
Ham
April 29, 2013
I made this dish with Mexican chorizo and added a diced jalapeno for some extra heat. Delicious! I several lingering memories of messy frittata flipping, so I opted to skip step #6 and bake the entire pan at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. One day I shall prevail, but for now the baking turned out great.
Hadyourtea?
April 24, 2013
Bikracer - I sometimes make a full vegetarian version starting with onions sauteed in smoked paprika and miss out the chorizo altogether - its still lovely - the chick peas, spinach and paprika are a fabulous combo
bikracer
April 25, 2013
That sounds delicious, I love pretty much anything with Spanish smokey paprika in it. I'll have to try onions sautéed in it in other recipes as well. Thanks for the idea! :)
Hadyourtea?
April 24, 2013
Hi forestvillain, I use Spanish - can't get Mexican where I live but am sure it would be amazing with either. I thought that about all beans till I grew up and now I love them. Let me know how it tastes with Mexican chorizo if you try it.
forestvillain
April 24, 2013
I'll likely try both, as each holds its own virtues. I'll be sure to let you know. Thanks again.
bikracer
April 24, 2013
I don't eat red meat but get chicken chorizo from our local organic mkt. I have also had the vegetarian soyrizo and that's really good too. This recipe looks like it's really easy to vary. I can't wait to try it!
forestvillain
April 24, 2013
Does this use Spanish or Mexican chorizo? Can't wait to try this! As a kid, I thought chickpeas were like biting into a sack of wet flour; as I approach 60, I love finding new ways to incorporate them into new dishes! Thanks for this recipe.
Molly
October 10, 2014
Your description of what chickpeas tasted like to you as a kid is hilarious. I love them, but somehow I can see what you mean.
juliunruly
February 21, 2013
This is amazing. Unfortunately, mine did not invert as gracefully as I hoped. So I will be slicing and serving from the pan. Otherwise, really delicious.
Kaja1105
February 14, 2013
I made this with soy chorizo--an ingredient I had never tried before--for a party that included vegetarians, and it was delicious, a big hit with the meat eaters as well.
LeeLeeBee
January 24, 2013
This was fantastic! Although between the two of us, we inhaled the whole thing... whoops! :)
Adelucchi
December 30, 2012
Thanks so much for this recipe. I make fritattas often and always thought they were a healthy alternative to bacon and egg breakfast. The addition of the beans is genius!!
This dish is hearty and filling. We loved it. I also added some sliced yucon gold potatoes.
Great versital recipe!
This dish is hearty and filling. We loved it. I also added some sliced yucon gold potatoes.
Great versital recipe!
Mara H.
December 26, 2012
I added some potatoes that I had sauteed with onions to it and it was delicious
carswell
December 21, 2012
I'm serving it tonight at a get together with my girlfriends. I'll let you know how it goes over.
pamelalee
December 20, 2012
You you like to use hot smoked paprika or sweet? Thanks!
Hadyourtea?
December 21, 2012
Hi there - I prefer with hot paprika and a hot chorizo but if I am making it as a family meal - I usually use sweet, as my kids tolerance is lower than min... its lovely either way...
TheWimpyVegetarian
December 20, 2012
Perfect for a winter night cozy dinner!! Congrats on the WC!
Hadyourtea?
December 20, 2012
thanks - it is lovely - will be having it cubed as a canape at christmas
EmilyC
December 20, 2012
Congrats on the WC win! I'll definitely be making this -- it looks like a delicious way to have eggs for dinner!
Cristina S.
December 20, 2012
How does this hold up after a few hours? Should it be eaten hot, or is room temperature just as tasty?
Hadyourtea?
December 20, 2012
Its lovely hot and fresh but I prefer it at room temperature - serve it as an appetiser or cube it up as a canape to have with christmas drinks
Dabblings
January 8, 2012
This is a really good fritatta. I made it using kale from my garden and it was fantastic. I'm going to make it again with some of my homemade chorizo.
katstreet
April 17, 2010
I made the vegetarian version with extra smoked paprika and red pepper. TIP - the smoked paprika is what really makes this a unique dish. Especially if you're going without meat. Overall, went over huge at a party. Clean plates all around. Lots of compliments to the chef and took about 15 minutes to make in total (sans prep time.) Also was a beautifully colorful plate when finished. Thanks!
shayma
March 8, 2010
i dont eat pork, but no reason why i cant admire this- looks like a gorgeous dish,one which my chorizo loving brazilian friend would adore!
Hadyourtea?
March 8, 2010
It would be great with more roasted red pepper, a little more paprika and no chorizo. Similar flavours but without the meat content.
marynn
March 7, 2010
Yes, I've had my cuppa, and I think this is the best meeting of all my favorite tastes in one place. Thank you for this combination of ingredients in such a versatile presentation.
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