Description
Chori Pollo is a flavorful Mexican-American dish featuring tender chicken breasts topped with savory Mexican chorizo and melted cheese. This quick and easy recipe blends smoky spices with rich, cheesy goodness, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved or pounded thin)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Chorizo and Cheese
- 1/2 lb Mexican chorizo (casings removed)
- 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
Garnish
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Evenly coat the chicken breasts with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Cook the chorizo: In the same skillet, add the chorizo, breaking it into small pieces. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Preheat the oven or broiler: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare to melt the cheese topping.
- Assemble and bake: Place the cooked chicken breasts in a baking dish. Spoon the cooked chorizo evenly over each piece, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Broil or bake for 5–7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top if desired, and serve hot with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Serve with rice, refried beans, or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
- Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier, more flavorful option.
- Use pre-cooked or microwaveable chorizo to save time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
