Chicken Chorizo (Pollo Con Chorizo) Recipe

Name: Chicken Chorizo (Pollo Con Chorizo)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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)

Servings: persons

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)

1
Season the chicken liberally with paprika.
2
Brown the chicken in a pan using the olive oil.
3
Remove the chicken.
4
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).
5
Add and fry the onions with the chorizo; The juices from the chorizo will blend with the onion.
6
Add the garlic and continue to cook lightly for a few minutes.
7
Add the tomatoes, laurel, sherry, brandy and everything else, including the chicken.
8
Cook on the hob or in the oven for another hour, stirring if appropriate. (Or put in the slow cooker for a few hours).
9
Serve with boiled potatoes. Peas are a good accompaniment.

427

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 -250 g chorizo sausage, 4 -6 pieces chicken breasts (either whole or cut into bite-size pieces), paprika (to season), 2 onions, and more.

Yes, Chicken Chorizo (Pollo Con Chorizo) 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.

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Chicken Chorizo (Pollo Con Chorizo)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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