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Chorizo Poblano Chili

A hearty and spicy chili made with chorizo, poblano peppers, and a blend of spices, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chili, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 1 lb chorizo sausage removed from casing
Vegetables
  • 2 medium poblano peppers diced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz can
Spices
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
Liquids
  • 2 cups chicken broth
Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream for serving
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese for serving

Method
 

Cook the Chorizo
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add the chorizo sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Vegetables
  1. Add the diced poblano peppers, onion, and garlic to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Spices and Liquids
  1. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Then add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
Simmer the Chili
  1. Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve
  1. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 5gSugar: 4g

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day. Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder or using hot chorizo.

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