Best 2 Chicken Chorizo Pollo Con Chorizo Recipes

Chicken chorizo pollo con chorizo is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to please the whole family. The combination of chicken, chorizo, and traditional Mexican spices creates a unique and savory dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, chicken chorizo pollo con chorizo is sure to be a hit. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to creating the perfect chicken chorizo pollo con chorizo, including tips on selecting the best ingredients, cooking the dish to perfection, and serving it with your favorite sides.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CHORIZO (POLLO CON CHORIZO)

Chicken Chorizo (Pollo Con Chorizo) image

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

Ingredients

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.

PAELLA CUBANA CON CHORIZO, MARISCO Y POLLO (CUBAN PAELLA WITH SAUSAGE, SEAFOOD AND CHICKEN)

Paella Cubana con Chorizo, Marisco y Pollo (Cuban Paella with Sausage, Seafood and Chicken) image

A very traditional Cuban dish and originally from Spain, this dish is a seafood paradise, including the best ingredients which give it a very zestful taste. It is very time consuming, and takes several hours to cook, but the results are well worth it! This is a delicious traditional Cuban Paella. You will need a paellera pan or...

Provided by R C

Categories Fish

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

THE MEAT
4 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 1/2 lb chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
1 c spanish pork sausage (chorizo) cooked, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
1 1/2 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 medium lobster tails (meat removed and cut into small pieces)
2 lb meduim-sized scallops
1 1/2 lb mahi mahi filets, cut into medium sized cubes
THE HERBS, SPICES AND GOOD STUFF
4 c chicken broth
8 clove garlic, minced
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, sliced, for garnish
2 medium bay leafs
3/4 c red wine
3 c valencia rice, par-boiled
5 c water
2 tsp kosher salt
2 packets goya sazon con azafron (saffron)
1 1/2 c frozen peas
1 can(s) asparagus, canned, for garnish
12 grape or cherry tomatoes, for garnish
1/4 c tomato sauce, no-salt added

Steps:

1. STEP 1-STARTING YOUR PAELLA: You will need a paellera or large covered pot.
2. Heat the olive oil over medium-high in the paellera. Lightly brown the chicken pieces on both sides, then place the sausage (chorizo) while the chicken is frying. Once the chicken is browned on both sides, remove the chicken and sausage and place them in a large bowl.
3. Next place the onions, green bell peppers and garlic in the paellera and saute until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the salt, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and wine to the paellera. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Add the chicken, sausage, rice, water, bay leafs, peas and saffron to the paellera. Stir in all the ingredients well. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for half an hour. The rice should be tender at this point.
6. STEP 2-THE FISH PREPARATION: While the rice is cooking, prepare the seafood.
7. Heat extra olive oil in a large pan, and saute a few extra sausage pieces in the olive oil. Remove the sausage, then saute the shrimp, pieces of lobster, mahi-mahi and scallops for a couple of minutes.
8. Remove the seafood, and mix into the paellera, stirring all of the seafood into the rice.
9. Remove paellera from stove, and place in the oven (preheat to 350 degrees). Bake for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
10. Allow to cool for 5 minutes and serve. You may also garnish with sliced red bell peppers, asparagus spears and tomatoes . Enjoy!

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use fresh, organic vegetables, free-range chicken, and high-quality chorizo.
Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make chicken chorizo pollo con chorizo. Get creative and try different combinations of spices, vegetables, and cooking methods.
Make it your own: This dish is very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Add more or less spice, different vegetables, or even different types of meat.
Serve it with your favorite sides: Chicken chorizo pollo con chorizo is a great main course, but it can also be served with a variety of sides. Some popular options include rice, beans, tortillas, and salad.

Conclusion:

Chicken chorizo pollo con chorizo is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking, making it a great option for busy weeknights or special gatherings. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give chicken chorizo pollo con chorizo a try.