Crock Pot Chorizo Stew Recipe

Name: Crock Pot Chorizo Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups hot water; 3 teaspoons beef bouillon; 2 cups chopped cabbage; 1 (15 ounce) can yellow hominy, drained; 1 (7 ounce) can minced mild green chilies, with liquid; 1 cup minced yellow onion; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 teaspoons minced roasted garlic; 1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers or 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste (or black or pink or green mixture); 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 lb fresh chorizo sausage, removed from the skin; salt and pepper, to taste; chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish; sour cream, for garnish; shredded cheese, for garnish (cheddar, monterey jack, pepper jack, etc)

Servings: persons

3 cups hot water
3 teaspoons beef bouillon
2 cups chopped cabbage
1 (15 ounce) can yellow hominy, drained
1 (7 ounce) can minced mild green chilies, with liquid
1 cup minced yellow onion
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 teaspoons minced roasted garlic
1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers or 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste (or black or pink or green mixture)
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lb fresh chorizo sausage, removed from the skin
salt and pepper, to taste
chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
sour cream, for garnish
shredded cheese, for garnish (cheddar, monterey jack, pepper jack, etc)

1
In the crock pot on high temperature, dissolve the bouillon in the hot water.
2
Add the cabbage, hominy, chiles, onion, celery, garlic, bell pepper, and freshly ground black pepper.
3
Over a high temperature in a skillet, saute the unskinned chorizo sausage in olive oil until browned, about 7 to 10 minutes.
4
Add cooked chorizo to the crock pot.
5
Simmer on high for 3 to 4 hours, or until it has reached the texture you prefer.
6
Add salt and pepper to taste, add your favorite garnishes, and enjoy.
7
Serve along with nice crusty bread or- even better- cornbread!
8
Note: if your chorizo didn't add enough spices/flavor for you, feel free to add ancho chile powder, cayenne, jalapeno, whatever floats your boat. :).

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 cups hot water, 3 teaspoons beef bouillon, 2 cups chopped cabbage, 1 (15 ounce) can yellow hominy, drained, and more.

Yes, Crock Pot Chorizo Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Crock Pot Chorizo Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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