Zesty Spanish Chicken & Chorizo Chili
Warm up with this hearty Zesty Spanish Chicken & Chorizo Chili, a delightful blend of ground chicken, chorizo sausage, roasted red peppers, and flavorful spices. Infused with sherry wine and vegetable juice for a unique depth of flavor, this chili is perfect for a cozy lunch or snack with friends and family. Top it off with grated Manchego cheese and fresh parsley for an irresistible finish. Share a bowl of this vibrant dish and enjoy a taste of Spain in your home!
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Servings
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Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
extra virgin olive oil
1 (tablespoon)
ground chicken breast
2 (lbs)
chorizo sausage
3/4 (lb, cut into medium dice)
onions
2 (medium, chopped)
garlic cloves
5-6 (chopped or grated)
sherry wine
1/4 (cup (or 1/2 cup dry Spanish wine))
hot sauce
1/4 (cup)
vegetable juice
2 (cups (such as V8 brand))
chicken stock
2-3 (cups)
smoked paprika
2 (tablespoons (about 2 palmfuls))
cumin
1 (tablespoon (about a palmful))
salt
to taste
freshly ground black pepper
to taste
large roasted red peppers
6-8
grated manchego cheese
as desired
fresh parsley
1/4 (cup, roughly chopped)
Spanish olives
18 (halved)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Spanish Chicken & Chorizo Chili?
It is a hearty chili made with ground chicken, chorizo sausage, roasted red peppers, and Spanish-inspired spices.
What are the main proteins used in this recipe?
The main proteins are two pounds of ground chicken breast and three-quarters of a pound of chorizo sausage.
How much chorizo is required for the chili?
The recipe calls for 3/4 lb of chorizo sausage, cut into medium dice.
What kind of wine is used for depth of flavor?
You can use 1/4 cup of sherry wine or 1/2 cup of dry Spanish wine.
Is there a specific brand of vegetable juice recommended?
The recipe suggests using two cups of vegetable juice, specifically mentioning the V8 brand.
What type of cheese is used as a recommended topping?
Grated Manchego cheese is used to top the chili for an irresistible finish.
How many garlic cloves should be prepared?
The recipe requires 5 to 6 garlic cloves, either chopped or grated.
What provides the smoky taste in this chili?
Two tablespoons of smoked paprika, roughly two palmfuls, provide the signature smoky flavor.
How many roasted red peppers are used in the dish?
The recipe includes 6 to 8 large roasted red peppers.
Are there olives included in this chili?
Yes, the recipe includes 18 Spanish olives that have been halved.
How much hot sauce is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of hot sauce to give it a zesty and spicy kick.
What kind of oil is used for the base of the chili?
One tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil is used to start the dish.
How much cumin is added to the recipe?
One tablespoon of cumin, which is about a palmful, is added for flavor.
How many onions are needed for the base?
Two medium onions, chopped, are required for the recipe.
What fresh herb is used for the final garnish?
A quarter cup of roughly chopped fresh parsley is used as a garnish.
How much chicken stock is needed?
The recipe calls for between 2 and 3 cups of chicken stock.
Is this recipe considered a Spanish-inspired dish?
Yes, it is described as a way to enjoy a taste of Spain in your home.
What is the recommended size for the chorizo?
The chorizo sausage should be cut into medium dice.
Can I use dry wine instead of sherry?
Yes, the recipe allows for 1/2 cup of dry Spanish wine as a substitute for sherry.
How is the parsley prepared for the topping?
The fresh parsley should be roughly chopped.
Are the Spanish olives added whole?
No, the 18 Spanish olives should be halved before being added to the dish.
Is the chicken used breast or thigh meat?
The recipe specifically requires two pounds of ground chicken breast.
How do you measure the smoked paprika?
You can use 2 tablespoons, which is roughly two palmfuls.
Is salt and pepper added to this recipe?
Yes, salt and freshly ground black pepper are added to taste.
How is the flavor profile of the chili described?
It is described as a warm, hearty, and vibrant dish with a unique depth of flavor.
Can I serve this chili for lunch?
Yes, the recipe notes it is perfect for a cozy lunch or as a snack.
What type of vegetable juice works best?
A vegetable juice like V8 brand is ideal for this recipe.
What is the total amount of ground chicken needed?
The recipe requires exactly two pounds of ground chicken breast.
What variety of paprika provides the zest?
Smoked paprika is used to provide both flavor and zest.
Should the garlic be chopped or grated?
The recipe allows for the garlic cloves to be either chopped or grated depending on your preference.