Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Tomato Bread

Let me tell you—this Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Tomato Bread might be one of the easiest, tastiest things I’ve ever thrown together. It’s got warm, crusty bread, sweet tomatoes, garlicky chorizo, and gooey Manchego cheese… all the best bits of a comfort meal with barely any fuss. I made it on a busy weeknight with not much in the fridge, and it turned out so well, I ended up texting the recipe to two friends before I’d even finished eating. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

You’ll only need five ingredients (classic Jamie), and the flavor payoff is huge:

• 100g chorizo
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 x 270g ciabatta loaf
• 400g mixed-color cherry tomatoes
• 100g Manchego cheese

How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Tomato Bread

1. Get things roasting: Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). While that’s heating up, slice your chorizo into little rounds and thinly slice the garlic. Toss both into an ovenproof frying pan with a little olive oil, and roast in the oven for about 6 minutes. They’ll go crispy and golden and smell absolutely unreal.
2. Warm up the ciabatta: While that’s happening, cut your ciabatta in half lengthways and stick it in the oven for a few minutes to get warm and just a little toasty.
3. Make a super quick tomato sauce: Take half the cherry tomatoes and throw them in a blender with a splash of red wine vinegar and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, then blitz until smooth. Push it through a sieve if you want to get rid of the skins and seeds—I did, and it made it feel extra smooth and silky.
4. Dress the rest of the tomatoes: Cut up the remaining cherry tomatoes and toss them with a bit more olive oil, a tiny splash of vinegar, and a pinch of salt. These add a fresh, juicy bite that balances the richness of the chorizo.
5. Assemble your masterpiece: Lay the warm ciabatta on a board, cut-side up. Spoon the tomato sauce over both halves, then pile on the dressed tomatoes.
6. Add the chorizo and garlic: Spoon over the roasted chorizo and garlic (and try not to eat too much straight from the pan). Keep any oil left in the pan—it’s gold.
7. Finish with melty cheese: Sprinkle the Manchego cheese into that same pan with the leftover chorizo oil and let it melt. Then pour all that cheesy, spicy goodness over the top of your tomato bread.
8. Serve it up: Cut into thick slices and eat it while it’s still warm and a little messy. Honestly, it’s perfect.

Why I Love This Recipe

This is one of those recipes that feels way more impressive than the effort you put in. I made it with a glass of wine in hand, music on, and it came together in under 20 minutes. It’s got that “I just threw this together” vibe, but everyone at the table will be raving about it. I’ll definitely be making this again for summer get-togethers.

Recipe Tips

• Use the best chorizo you can find—it’s the star of the show.
• Strain the sauce if you want a smoother texture, but don’t stress if you skip it.
• Don’t over-toast the bread—you want it warm and soft, not crunchy.
• Save that chorizo oil! I kept mine in a jar in the fridge and used it the next day on eggs. Unreal.
• Serve right away while everything’s hot and melty—it’s at its best straight from the oven.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• In the Fridge: Wrap any leftovers and pop them in the fridge. They’ll keep for about a day, though the bread will soften.

• To Reheat: Stick the slices back in a hot oven for 5–6 minutes to crisp them back up. Avoid the microwave—soggy city.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• What kind of tomatoes should I use?
  Any cherry tomatoes work great—different colors just make it look a bit fancier.
• Can I make it vegetarian?
  Totally! Just skip the chorizo and maybe add olives or grilled veggies instead.
• Is there a substitute for Manchego?
  Yes—try Parmesan, pecorino, or even a nice aged cheddar.
• Can I prep it ahead of time?
  You can prep the toppings, but I’d assemble and serve it fresh for the best texture.
• Is this spicy?
  Not too spicy, but if you’re sensitive, go for a milder chorizo.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 507 kcal
• Fat: 31.8 g
• Saturated Fat: 10.7 g
• Protein: 19.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 35.1 g
• Sugars: 7.3 g
• Salt: 2.5 g
• Fiber: 3.4 g

Try More Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Recipes:

• Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Tomatoes On Toast
• Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Soup
• Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Marseilles Fish Soup
• Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Butter Beans On Toast