Best 9 Chicken And Chorizo Pozole Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this tantalizing recipe for chicken and chorizo pozole. This traditional stew, a beloved staple in Mexican cuisine, combines the earthy taste of hominy, the smoky heat of chorizo, and the tender richness of chicken, creating a symphony of flavors that will delight your palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the simple steps to prepare this authentic dish, promising a flavorful experience that will transport you to the heart of Mexican gastronomy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND CHORIZO POZOLE



Chicken and Chorizo Pozole image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 onions, diced (about 2 cups)
6 cloves garlic, sliced
11 ounces Mexican pork chorizo
2 tablespoons ground New Mexican chili powder
8 cups chicken stock
28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
25 ounces canned hominy
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 limes, juiced
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
Green cabbage, shredded
Jalapeno, sliced
Red radish, sliced
Ripe avocado, sliced
Fresh limes wedges
Fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until the oil begins to smoke. Add the onions, garlic, chorizo and chili powder and cook until the onions are translucent and the pork is cooked, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken stock, crushed tomatoes and hominy and bring to a simmer.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into very thin slices. Place in a bowl with a pinch of salt and the lime juice. Mix together and let sit until the broth comes up to a simmer. Add the chicken to the soup and continue to simmer until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Serve the soup in bowls topped with the shredded cabbage, shaved radish and jalapeno, sliced avocado, fresh lime wedges and cilantro.

CHICKEN CHORIZO POSOLE



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"I first tasted posole while visiting a friend in Santa Fe. It was a revelation! I have since been experimenting with many versions, and this one has become a much-loved tradition for my family. The leftovers are fantastic!"-Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 pound tomatillos, husked and cut in half
1 large onion, quartered
2 jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded
4 garlic cloves, peeled
4 cups water
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 whole garlic bulb, loose paper removed, cut in half crosswise
5 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 pound uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage
2 cans (15 ounces each) hominy, rinsed and drained
3 teaspoons lime juice, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup minced fresh cilantro, divided
SALSA:
1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
5 radishes, chopped
GARNISH:
6 cups tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place the tomatillos, onion, jalapenos and garlic cloves on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until tomatillos are tender. Cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor; cover and process until blended., In a Dutch oven, bring the water, broth, garlic bulb, cloves and bay leaves to a boil. Reduce heat; add chicken breasts and poach, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink., Remove chicken from broth and shred. Strain broth, discarding seasonings. Crumble chorizo into Dutch oven; cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until fully cooked. Drain. Return broth to Dutch oven. Stir in the hominy, 2 teaspoons lime juice, oregano, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, tomatillo mixture and shredded chicken; heat through. Stir in 1/2 cup cilantro., For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the mango, avocado, radishes and remaining cilantro, lime juice and salt. Serve with soup. Garnish with chips. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary. Prepare salsa and serve with soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 1292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHICKEN AND CHORIZO PASTA BAKE



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Not a recipe for people on a diet - chicken, sausage, and penne is baked in a creamy tomato sauce. I cook the meats, pasta, and sauce all at the same time, but it can be done individually and refrigerated before baking it in the oven.

Provided by Simon Wraight

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ½ cups penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 chorizo sausage, cut into chunks
1 ½ cups tomato puree
1 cup light cream
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, and cook until firm and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the bell pepper and chorizo and cook for 5 minutes until the chorizo is hot and the chicken is no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat.
  • Pour the tomato puree, cream, and red pepper flakes into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Add drained pasta and sauce to the skillet containing the chicken and mix well. Spoon the mixture into an oven proof dish. Sprinkle the Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese over the top. Bake 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 885.2 calories, Carbohydrate 62.3 g, Cholesterol 215.5 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 74.2 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 954.9 mg, Sugar 7 g

CHICKEN AND CHORIZO PAELLA



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An impressive but easy Spanish-inspired supper that's just right for a dinner party. This one-pan main dish is flavored with Spanish smoked paprika, saffron, and dried chorizo.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon ground saffron
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon pimenton (smoked Spanish paprika)
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 ounces dried chorizo, sliced 1/8 inch thick on the bias
1 white onion, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 1/2 cups Arborio rice
1 cup fresh shelled English peas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Warm stock, saffron, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Season chicken with 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and the pimenton. Heat oil in a 14-inch paella pan or a high-sided ovenproof skillet over high heat. Brown chicken for 6 to 8 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  • Pour out all but 1 teaspoon oil. Cook chorizo over medium-high heat until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add onion and garlic. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes. Cook, stirring, until thick, about 5 minutes. Stir in rice, then add broth mixture. Bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring often. Add peas, then chicken. Bake for 20 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes.

ONE-POT CHICKEN AND CHORIZO



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One for all the family, this is a versatile recipe that can be prepped in advance and any left overs stored for lunches. The chorizo provides a delicious amount of flavour to really spice up this chicken dish.

Provided by Alice Liveing

Categories     HarperCollins     Chicken     Sausage     Dinner     Winter     Healthy     Braise     Asparagus     Wheat/Gluten-Free     One-Pot Meal

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

Coconut oil, for greasing and frying
4 skinless chicken thighs
1 small red onion, cut into wedges
100ml (about 1/2 cup) chicken stock
30g/1oz chorizo, cut into small chunks
1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
100g/3.5oz asparagus
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6.
  • Lightly grease a baking dish with a little coconut oil and then place the chicken thighs into the dish.
  • Tuck the onion wedges underneath the thighs, then season each thigh well with a good grind of pepper and a pinch of salt.
  • Pour the chicken stock into the dish then place in the oven to cook for about 30 minutes.
  • Once 30 minutes is up, add the chorizo then place back in the oven and cook for a further 15 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and top with the rosemary. Reduce the heat slightly, give the dish a good stir, before placing back into the oven for a further 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat a small amount of coconut oil in a frying pan and gently fry the asparagus, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Cook until slightly browned and softened then remove and serve alongside the chicken.

CREAMY CHORIZO AND CHICKEN SOUP



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Spicy sausage and tender chicken make a tasty pair in this creamy soup. Packed with tons of flavor and so simple to make! Searing is the trick for tender chicken. Be sure to sprinkle parmesan on top before serving, it definitely adds a little sumthin' sumthin'!

Provided by *Fat~Dog~Lane*

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
black pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ pound chorizo sausage, casings removed
4 cups chicken stock
1 (14.5 ounce) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
salt to taste
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup sour cream, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over high heat, then add the butter. Stir in chicken and season with Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center, then stir in the garlic. Place chicken onto a plate and set aside.
  • Cook the chorizo until it becomes a dark golden brown, breaking up the large pieces, using the same pot over medium-high heat. Stir in the chicken stock, tomatoes, and reserved chicken with juices. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes. Season with salt. Serve soup garnished with Monterey Jack cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 124.9 mg, Fat 36.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.7 g, Sodium 916.5 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHICKEN CHORIZO (POLLO CON CHORIZO)



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The star ingredient here is chorizo, a sausage I encountered in Spain and which gives this dish a wonderful flavour. It's not spicy as such, but full of flavour. Available from most supermarkets nowadays. Try for a unique experience

Provided by Andrew Sudron

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h20m

Yield 3-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

150 -250 g chorizo sausage
4 -6 pieces chicken breasts (either whole or cut into bite-size pieces)
paprika (to season)
2 onions
6 garlic cloves (or garlic paste)
400 g canned tomatoes, passata (or equivalent)
2 bay leaves (fresh or dried, also called laurel)
brandy (to flavour) or red wine (to flavour)
salt and pepper (to flavour)
olive oil (for cooking)
boiled potatoes (to accompany)

Steps:

  • Season the chicken liberally with paprika.
  • Brown the chicken in a pan using the olive oil.
  • Remove the chicken.
  • Meanwhile chop the chorizo into pieces and add to the pan. (Some peel the 'skin' off, but this is optional. Don't boil the chorizo! Fry it).
  • Add and fry the onions with the chorizo; The juices from the chorizo will blend with the onion.
  • Add the garlic and continue to cook lightly for a few minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, laurel, sherry, brandy and everything else, including the chicken.
  • Cook on the hob or in the oven for another hour, stirring if appropriate. (Or put in the slow cooker for a few hours).
  • Serve with boiled potatoes. Peas are a good accompaniment.

FIESTA CHORIZO-CHICKEN SOUP



Fiesta Chorizo-Chicken Soup image

Just place some crusty rolls on the table when you serve this soup and you'll have a hearty, comforting meal that will chase away winter's chill. The slightly spicy soup is chock-full of veggies.-Kathy Rodenbeck, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings (4-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound uncooked chorizo, casings removed, or bulk spicy pork sausage
2 cups sliced fresh carrots
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (5-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium V8 juice
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

Steps:

  • Crumble chorizo into a Dutch oven. Add the carrots, onion and garlic. Cook over medium heat until chorizo is fully cooked. Drain; remove and set aside., In the same pan, saute the chicken, salt and pepper in oil until no longer pink. Add sweet potatoes, corn and red pepper; cook 5 minutes longer., Stir in the chorizo mixture, broth, beans, tomatoes, V8 juice and pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in spinach; cook until wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHORIZO AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE - OVEN OR SLOW COOKER



Chorizo and Chicken Casserole - Oven or Slow Cooker image

chunky chicken cooked slowly in tomatoes sauce with fiery chorizo. the hotter the butter. serve with buttery mash or pasta. as with any casserole, this tastes better the next day... I have made this in both the oven and slow cooker and both are just as good.

Provided by ashwebster

Categories     Easy

Time 6h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 garlic
3 slices smoked bacon, finely sliced
500 g chorizo sausage, fresh
1 cup red wine
1 cup chicken stock
8 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
2 onions, big chunks
2 carrots, big chunks
250 g baby onions
2 tablespoons tomato puree
400 g chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon italian mixed herbs
1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Steps:

  • Fry garlic with bacon and chicken on a high heat so that chicken is browned on both sides. No need to cook the meat completely.Place into slow cooker or oven proof casserole dish.
  • Fry chorizo in same frying pan on high heat so the meat becomes slightly crispy. Place into slow cooker or oven proof casserole dish. Try to retain juices.
  • In the original pan and juices, fry the carrot and onion on a high heat for a few minutes until starting to soften. Don't cook the vegetables completely.
  • Add red wine OR chicken stock and boil, stirring vigoursly for a few minutes.
  • Place into slow cooker or oven proof casserole dish with chicken/chorizo and the rest of ingredients and cook on low for 4-6 hours. this will depend on your slow cooker. If using the oven, use gas mark 2 for 4-6 hours.
  • Take out and leave to stand for a couple of hours to allow the flavours and consistency to settle. re-heat and serve with mash. any leftover sauce can be scooped up with fresh buttered bread, especially when you've run out of mash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605.6, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 138.2, Sodium 976.6, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 6.3, Protein 35.7

Tips:

  • Use day-old corn tortillas for the best texture. Fresh tortillas can be too soft and fall apart in the soup.
  • Toast the tortillas before adding them to the soup. This will give them a slightly crispy texture and help them hold their shape.
  • Use a variety of toppings to add flavor and texture to the soup. Some popular options include shredded chicken, chorizo, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and lime wedges.
  • Make the soup ahead of time. Pozole can be made up to 3 days in advance and reheated when you're ready to serve it.
  • Freeze the soup for later. Pozole can be frozen for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve it, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat it over medium heat until warmed through.

Conclusion:

Pozole is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and chorizo, and it's also a good source of protein and fiber. With so many different ways to make it, there's sure to be a pozole recipe that everyone will love.

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