Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil.

Add penne pasta and cook according to package directions.

Drain the pasta well and set aside.

Heat vegetable or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add thinly sliced onion, crushed garlic, and red pepper flakes to the skillet.

Sauté for 3 minutes, or until the onion is soft.

Add thinly sliced chorizo sausage to the skillet.

Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the chorizo is browned.

Add drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet.

Sauté for 2 minutes, or until the chickpeas are heated through.

Divide the cooked pasta among serving bowls.

Top the pasta with the chorizo and chickpea mixture.

Sprinkle with chopped chives and grated Parmesan cheese.

Serve immediately.