Looking for a quick and delicious dinner that practically cooks itself? Then one pot pasta in a rice cooker is the answer! This gives you a creamy, flavourful dish where the pasta absorbs all the delicious flavours of chorizo, spices and stock – without you having to stand at the hob and stir.
The advantage of making one pot pasta in a rice cooker is that it ensures an even temperature and perfect cooking, so you don't have to worry about anything burning or drying out. It's a good solution for busy weekdays when you want a quick and easy meal - everything cooks in just one pot – keeping the washing-up to a minimum!
Read on to learn how to easily make one pot pasta with chorizo in a rice cooker from ONYX Cookware.
What you'll need for the dish:
Ingredients
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200 g chorizo, sliced
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1 courgette, cut into strips
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1 onion, chopped
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2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
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200 g pasta
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200 g chopped tomatoes
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400 ml vegetable stock
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1 tsp chilli flakes
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1 tsp oregano
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Fresh basil, chopped
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50 g parmesan cheese, grated
Equipment:
Method:
1. Prepare the ingredients
Start by slicing the chorizo and cutting the courgette into strips. Finely chop the onion and garlic so they spread easily throughout the dish.
2. Put the ingredients in the rice cooker
Place the chorizo, courgette, onion and garlic in the rice cooker. Add the pasta, chopped tomatoes, stock, chilli flakes, oregano, salt and pepper. Gently stir everything together so the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Start cooking
Set the rice cooker to clay pot. Let the dish cook until the pasta is tender and has absorbed the liquid. This typically takes 15-20 minutes.
4. Finish and serve
When the pasta is cooked, add freshly chopped basil and grated parmesan. Stir everything together well so the cheese melts into the dish and makes it extra creamy. Let the dish rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Tips for adapting the recipe
One pot pasta is a versatile dish that can easily be adapted to suit your tastes and needs. Here are some ideas for variations and adjustments:
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Make the dish creamier: Add a little cream or mascarpone at the end for an extra creamy texture.
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Make it spicier: If you like extra spice, you can add more chilli or use a spicier chorizo.
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Swap the chorizo: Try chicken, bacon or a vegetarian sausage to vary the flavour.
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Add more vegetables: Peppers, spinach or mushrooms work well in the dish and make it more substantial.
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Use a different type of cheese: Parmesan gives a classic flavour, but you can also try pecorino or a little mozzarella for extra richness.
The great thing about a one pot dish is that you can make it with whatever you happen to have in the fridge. Have some leftover vegetables, a little ham or a different type of pasta? Just throw it in. The rice cooker ensures everything cooks evenly and absorbs the flavour of the stock and spices, so you always end up with a delicious, tasty dish.
What is one pot pasta?
One pot pasta is one of the easiest ways to make dinner. As the name suggests, the whole dish is cooked in one pot – or in this case, a rice cooker. This means the pasta cooks directly in the sauce along with the other ingredients, creating an extra flavourful dish as the pasta absorbs the flavour of the stock, spices and vegetables.
This method became popular because it saves time and minimises washing-up. Instead of cooking the pasta separately and making the sauce on the side, everything is combined in one pot, where the flavours can really complement one another. The result is a creamy, rich dish with a flavour that is difficult to achieve when cooking the pasta and sauce separately.
One pot pasta offers endless variations – you can use different types of meat, vegetables and spices to adapt the dish to your tastes and the season. In this recipe, chorizo adds a spicy, lightly smoky flavour, while the vegetables and stock contribute freshness and balance.
Why make one pot pasta in a rice cooker?
A rice cooker is far more versatile than many people think. Although it is primarily known for cooking rice perfectly, it can also be used for a wide range of other dishes – including a delicious, creamy one pot pasta.
There are several advantages to making the dish in a rice cooker:
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Easy and convenient: Simply add the ingredients, select the right function and let the rice cooker do the work. No need for constant stirring or supervision.
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Even cooking: The rice cooker ensures a steady temperature so the pasta cooks evenly and absorbs all the flavour of the sauce.
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Less washing-up: Everything cooks in the same bowl, which means fewer pots and pans to clean afterwards - and the rice cooker pot can just go in the dishwasher!
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Perfect texture: The pasta absorbs exactly the right amount of liquid, giving you a creamy, rich dish without the risk of it becoming too dry or too watery.
It is also an ideal solution for busy weekdays when you want to make a homemade dish without spending a long time in the kitchen. Once you've tried making one pot pasta in a rice cooker, it will quickly become a favourite.
Are you ready to make a one pot dish in a rice cooker from ONYX Cookware?
One pot pasta with chorizo is an easy, flavourful dish that's perfect for busy days when you want a quick dinner without compromising on taste. The rice cooker makes it even easier by doing most of the work for you, so you don't have to keep an eye on the pot and stir as it cooks.
This recipe is easy to adapt to your tastes, and you can experiment with different ingredients to find your own favourite version. Whether you make this recipe or try a new variation, you'll get a delicious, creamy pasta dish that practically cooks itself.
