Chicken and Chorizo Tamales Recipe

Name: Chicken and Chorizo Tamales
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 tomato, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 pound pork or beef chorizo; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped; 3 to 4 1/2 cups Basic Fresh Masa

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tomato, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound pork or beef chorizo
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
3 to 4 1/2 cups Basic Fresh Masa

1
In a skillet over medium heat, lightly brown the chicken in the olive oil for 15 minutes.
2
Add the onion, tomato, and garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
3
Add the raw chorizo, cumin, oregano, thyme, and pepper, stir to combine, and cook for an additional 15 minutes, mixing and incorporating the chorizo as it cooks.
4
Add the cilantro and cook for a final 2 to 3 minutes.
5
Place in a bowl and allow to cool.
6
Assemble the tamales (see Notes), using 1/4 cup masa and 1/4 cup filling for each tamale.
7
Transfer to a steamer and steam for 55 minutes.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 tomato, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Chorizo Tamales falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken and Chorizo Tamales

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