Chorizo Chili
Warm up any gathering with this bold and hearty Chorizo Chili, a flavor-packed twist on the classic comfort food. Made with smoky chorizo sausage, ground beef, and a medley of vibrant spices like smoked paprika and cumin, this chili delivers a rich depth of flavor with every spoonful. A blend of diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and black beans adds texture and heartiness, while a hint of optional cayenne pepper can heat things up for spicy food lovers. Simmered to perfection in a robust tomato and beef broth base, this one-pot meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day feasts. Top it off with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for an irresistible finishing touch. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as satisfying as it is simple to make. Keywords: Chorizo Chili recipe, hearty chili, spicy chili, easy chili recipe, game-day chili, one-pot chili.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb chorizo sausage
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 large bell pepper (any color)
- 4 garlic cloves
- 28 oz diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 15 oz kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15 oz black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
- sour cream (optional, for serving)
- chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Remove the casing from the chorizo sausage, if applicable, and add it to the pot along with the ground beef. Cook, breaking them apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 8–10 minutes.
Dice the yellow onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic cloves. Add the onion and bell pepper to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to evenly coat the mixture in the spices.
Add the tomato paste to the pot and stir, cooking for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and beef broth. Stir everything together, scraping the bottom of the pot to lift any browned bits.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover partially with a lid and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 30 minutes, add the kidney beans and black beans to the chili. Stir to incorporate, then continue to simmer uncovered for another 30 minutes, or until the chili has thickened to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (e.g., more salt, pepper, or spice).
Serve hot in bowls, optionally garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 310.9 g | 399% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.0 g | 630% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 749 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 15428 mg | 671% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.6 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.0 g | 250% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.9 g | ||
| Protein | 264.7 g | 529% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 896 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 44.0 mg | 244% | |
| Potassium | 6395 mg | 136% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
