Best 6 Chili Con Chorizo Recipes

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**Chili con Chorizo: A Flavorful Fusion of Mexican and Spanish Cuisine**

Indulge in the delectable fusion of Mexican and Spanish flavors with our carefully curated collection of chili con chorizo recipes. These recipes promise an explosion of taste, combining the richness of chorizo with the warmth of chili peppers, aromatic spices, and hearty ingredients. Explore a range of variations, from the traditional to the innovative, each offering a unique take on this classic dish. Whether you prefer a slow-simmered pot of chili or a quick and easy skillet version, our recipes cater to diverse preferences and cooking styles. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this flavorful and versatile dish that's perfect for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHORIZO CHILI



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I was going to attempt a chili recipe I got from a friend and discovered I had none of the ingredients. I already had my meats thawed and was set on chili for dinner, so I took what I had in my pantry and went with it. It's a big hit in my house now.

Provided by Mary Nace

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil, or as needed
¼ cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
12 ounces chorizo sausage
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can prepared chili
1 (14 ounce) can butter beans
¾ cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon salt-free seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash® Chipotle seasoning)
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir ground beef and chorizo sausage into onion mixture; cook, breaking meat apart while stirring, until no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Mix ground beef-chorizo mixture, diced tomatoes, chili, butter beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, chipotle seasoning blend, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on High until flavors have blended, 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1192.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

SMOKY CHORIZO CHILI



Smoky Chorizo Chili image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound fresh chorizo, removed from casings
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium red onion, chopped, plus more for topping
1 small orange bell pepper, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded if desired, chopped
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Two 14.5-ounce cans fire roasted diced tomatoes
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
Two 15.5-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 small butternut squash, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
Parsley leaves, pickled jalapeno rings, grated Cheddar and sour cream, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Crumble in the chorizo. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up the chorizo with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the red onion and bell peppers and cook until they begin to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic, jalapeno, ancho powder, cumin, smoked paprika and oregano. Cook and stir to coat the meat and vegetables in the spices, about 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, beef broth and 2 cups water. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, then stir in the black beans and butternut squash. Simmer, uncovered, until the chili is thick and flavorful and the veggies are tender, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Serve the chili with bowls of the toppings on the side for passing at the table.

CHILLI CON CARNE WITH CHORIZO



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Make and share this Chilli Con Carne With Chorizo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hectorthebat

Categories     Peppers

Time 1h9m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 onion
2 tablespoons oil
1 garlic clove
700 g beef mince
3 teaspoons chili
1 teaspoon cumin
400 g tomatoes
1 stock, cube
3 tablespoons tomato puree
110 g chorizo sausage
2 tablespoons chili sauce
2 bell peppers
800 g kidney beans
1 teaspoon cornflour
bread

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, fry the onion in the oil over a medium heat until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the mince and cook until it browns, stirring to break up any clumps.
  • Stir in the chilli powder and cumin, then add the tomatoes, stock, and tomato puree. Cover with a lid and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring often.
  • Meanwhile, peel the skin off the outside of the chorizo and discard, then cut it into small cubes. Cook in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat for 3-5 minutes until the fat starts to run out.
  • Add the chorizo and fat in the pan to the mince, then add the sweet chilli sauce, pepper, and kidney beans. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  • Mix the cornflour with 2tbsp cold water, stir in and cook until simmering again.

CHILI WITH CORN & CHORIZO



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This chili is thick with corn, chorizo and other good things-and it's ready to serve in just 30 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. ground beef
1/2 lb. Mexican chorizo
1 onion, chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each) chili-ready tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15.5 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) corn, drained
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/2 cup water
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Brown meat with onions in large saucepan on medium-high heat; drain.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except cheese; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 15 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Serve topped with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 1170 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

CHORIZO CHILI



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I modified a bean soup recipe and came up with this wonderful chili. I make it mild for my family but add Tabasco sauce to spice up my bowl. -Jenne Delkus, Des Peres, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5h20m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa
1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked Spanish chorizo links, chopped
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 to 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
6 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until flavors are blended. Serve with avocado, sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHILI WITH CHORIZO AND CHOCOLATE



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The smokiness of the bacon and liquid smoke complements the spiciness of the chorizo and sweetness of the chocolate in this chili. Just like any other chili, this is better the next day. Serve with a dollop of cilantro sour cream or some chocolate shavings.

Provided by Caroline McNabb

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Pork Chili Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound hickory-smoked bacon, chopped
2 pounds chorizo sausage, chopped
3 pounds ground sirloin
2 (29 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (28 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes
2 medium onions, diced
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ cup chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
3 teaspoons garlic juice
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
4 (15.25 ounce) cans kidney beans, undrained
2 (15.25 ounce) cans black beans, undrained
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Brown bacon in the hot pot until slightly crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain and set bacon aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add chorizo; cook and stir until slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Cook and stir ground sirloin in the same pot over medium-high heat until browned, crumbly, and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain the grease. Add the bacon and chorizo. Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, onions, and Italian seasoning. Stir in chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, liquid smoke, garlic juice, and cinnamon.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer and add jalapenos, kidney beans, black beans, and chocolate. Let simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors are well blended, about 2 hours. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 89.7 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 12.4 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1511.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your chili. Look for good-quality chorizo, tomatoes, and beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many ways to make chili, so don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your liking. Try adding different spices, vegetables, or beans.
  • Let the chili simmer: Simmering the chili for a long time will help the flavors to develop and deepen. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some popular choices include shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and diced onions.

Conclusion:

This collection of chili con chorizo recipes offers a variety of unique and flavorful ways to enjoy this classic dish. Whether you're looking for a hearty and filling meal or a light and flavorful appetizer, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So gather your ingredients and get ready to cook up a pot of delicious chili con chorizo!

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