Chorizo Skillet Recipe

Name: Chorizo Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 oz chorizo sausage; 1/2 spanish onion; small dice; 1/2 bell pepper; small dice; 1 roasted poblano pepper; medium dice; 1 large Idaho potato; peeled, small dice; 2 clove garlic; minced; 1 tbsp ground allspice; 1 tbsp ground cumin seed; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tsp ancho chile powder; 1 tsp cinnamon; 2/3 cup salsa; 1/2 cup shredded chihuahua cheese; 1 vegetable oil; as needed; 1 salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 oz chorizo sausage
1/2 spanish onion; small dice
1/2 bell pepper; small dice
1 roasted poblano pepper; medium dice
1 large Idaho potato; peeled, small dice
2 clove garlic; minced
1 tbsp ground allspice
1 tbsp ground cumin seed
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp ancho chile powder
1 tsp cinnamon
2/3 cup salsa
1/2 cup shredded chihuahua cheese
1 vegetable oil; as needed
1 salt and pepper

1
Cover potatoes with cold water.
2
Add a pinch of salt.
3
Cook until nearly tender.
4
Drain.
5
Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet or oven safe pan.
6
Add chorizo, bell pepper, and onion.
7
Season with dried spices except cinnamon.
8
Add garlic when meat is browned and veggies are nearly tender.
9
Saute until fragrant.
10
Add potatoes, serrano pepper, and cinnamon.
11
Stir to incorporate.
12
Add cinnamon and stir.
13
Add salsa.
14
Reduce until nearly evaporated.
15
Top with cheese and place very briefly under the broiler to melt the cheese.
16
Serve with avocado and lime.
17
Variations; Cilantro, jalapenos, tomatoes, epazote, parsley, shallots, mustard, sour cream, tequila, goat cheese, sweet potatoes, squash, nopalitos, green chiles

352

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Protein

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* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 oz chorizo sausage, 1/2 spanish onion; small dice, 1/2 bell pepper; small dice, 1 roasted poblano pepper; medium dice, and more.

Yes, Chorizo Skillet 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chorizo Skillet

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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