Description
Chori Pollo is a vibrant, flavorful dish combining tender chicken pieces with spicy chorizo sausage, sautéed vegetables, and bold seasonings. This quick and easy skillet recipe delivers a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a bright finish. Ideal for serving with tortillas, rice, or as a hearty taco topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 lb chorizo sausage, casing removed
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the chorizo: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 4-5 minutes until it starts to brown and release its oils, creating a flavorful base.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet with the chorizo. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the onion becomes translucent, building the aromatic foundation of the dish.
- Add and season chicken: Season the chicken pieces with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, stirring occasionally, and cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Simmer with broth: Pour in the chicken broth and stir well to combine all ingredients. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
- Finish and garnish: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the dish and serve with lime wedges on the side for added zest and brightness.
- Serving suggestion: Serve the Chori Pollo hot, accompanied by warm tortillas, fluffy rice, or use as a flavorful filling for tacos and burritos.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, try adding a pinch of chipotle powder along with the smoked paprika.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce the chili powder or omit it entirely.
- Using chicken thighs will yield a juicier, more flavorful dish compared to chicken breasts.
- Make sure to remove the casing from the chorizo to allow it to crumble properly during cooking.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
