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    Beef and Chorizo Chili

    Published: Nov 16, 2022 by Fox Valley Foodie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Beef and Chorizo Chili.

    This easy beef and chili recipe is deliciously thick and hearty and perfectly seasoned with a bold blend of homemade chili seasonings.

    If you have never tried chili with chorizo, you are going to love it! Chorizo is some of the best meat you can add to chili because it is already aggressively seasoned with very complementary flavors that meld perfectly in a big pot of chili.

    Beef and chorizo chili.

    What is it?

    My made-from-scratch beef and chorizo chili con carne recipe is a real crowd pleaser that upgrades traditional chili with a flavorful mixture of ground chorizo and beef. This easy homemade chili is deliciously thick and hearty, loaded with simple ingredients such as peppers, onions, fire-roasted tomatoes, chili beans, chipotle chiles, and a custom blend of my homemade chili seasoning.

    Ingredients and Substitutions

    • Lean ground beef - You can substitute other meat, such as ground venison.
    • Mexican chorizo sausage - You want raw, uncooked chorizo from the grocery store. It is fine if it is sold in sausage links with casings, however, the casing should be removed and discarded.
    • Red onions - Yellow onions and sweet onions can be substituted.
    • Bell peppers - I recommend choosing red and yellow bell peppers for their sweetness and pop of color. Otherwise, poblano peppers can be substituted to add a touch of heat.
    • Garlic cloves - One teaspoon of garlic powder can be substituted in a pinch.
    • Tomato Paste
    • Canned diced fire-roasted tomatoes - Regular canned diced tomatoes can be substituted.
    • Canned chili beans - Chili beans come in different heat levels. Buy the spiciness that fits your taste preferences.
    • Tomato Sauce
    • Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • Beef stock - Beef broth can be substituted as well.
    • Homemade Chili seasoning - All-purpose flour (can substitute masa harina), brown sugar, kosher salt, ground cumin, oregano (feel free to substitute Mexican oregano), ancho chili powder (can substitute chili powder), onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and fresh ground black pepper.

    Note: Black beans pair really well with chorizo and can be substituted rather than using chili beans. However, chili beans are seasoned so they will pack more flavor into the chili, which is why I use them.

    How to make it

    Making a pot of chili with beef and chorizo.

    To begin making this easy beef and chorizo chili recipe we need to brown the meat, peppers, onion, and garlic in a large Dutch oven, or soup pot. I personally prefer to make chili in a Dutch oven because the wide mouth allows for better evaporation, which will thicken the chili quicker.

    Saute the meat and vegetables over medium-high heat until the ground beef and chorizo are well browned and the peppers and onions are tender. Then add the tomato paste and chili seasonings and cook for two minutes longer to allow the flavors to bloom.

    Next, all of the remaining ingredients can be added to the pot, stirred well with a wooden spoon, and brought to a boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and let cook uncovered for 90 minutes, or until thickened to your liking. Then serve with your favorite toppings.

    Note: This can simmer for hours if desired.

    Chorizo Chili Toppings

    Serving chorizo chili with toppings.

    Most of your favorite chili toppings pair perfectly with this chorizo chili recipe as well. However, there are some in particular that I recommend.

    • Chopped avocado
    • Chopped onion
    • Sour cream - Or my Cilantro Lime Sour Cream, made with fresh lime juice and cilantro.
    • Shredded cheddar cheese
    • Hot sauce - I like to really turn up the heat with my Carolina Reaper hot sauce!
    • Chopped green onions or fresh cilantro

    Reheating & Storing Leftovers

    This Mexican chorizo chili is perfect to make in advance because the flavors will continue to meld as it sits in the refrigerator. Leftovers should be stored in a large airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoyed within one week.

    The easiest way to reheat leftover chili the next day is to reheat it in individual servings in the microwave. However, if you need to reheat the entire pot it is best to gently heat it back to temperature on the stovetop.

    More Delicious Chili Recipes

    • Chili with Noodles
    • Breakfast Chili
    • Smoked Chili
    • Shredded Beef Chili

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    Beef and Chorizo Chili recipe.

    Beef and Chorizo Chili

    This easy beef and chili recipe is deliciously thick and hearty and perfectly seasoned with a bold blend of homemade chili seasonings.
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    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 543kcal
    Author: Fox Valley Foodie

    Equipment

    • Dutch oven

    Ingredients

    Beef and Chorizo Chili

    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 pound chorizo
    • 2 medium red onions chopped
    • 1 red bell pepper chopped
    • 1 yellow bell pepper
    • 3 Garlic cloves minced
    • 6 ounces canned Tomato Paste
    • 28 ounces canned Diced fire roasted tomatoes
    • 30 ounces canned chili beans
    • 15 ounces canned Tomato Sauce
    • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce diced
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 3 cups beef stock unsalted

    Chili Seasoning

    • ¼ cup flour
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 ½ tablespoons kosher salt
    • 1 ½ tablespoons cumin
    • 2 teaspoon oregano
    • 2 teaspoons ancho powder or substitute chili powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked Paprika
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Add ground chorizo, ground beef, chopped onions, peppers, and garlic to a large pot set over medium high heat and saute until the ground meat is well browned and the vegetables are tender.
    • Reduce to medium heat and sprinkle in all chili seasoning, along with tomato paste and cook for two minutes longer. Then add all remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
    • Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer uncovered for 90 minutes, or until the chili has thickened to your liking.
    • Serve with your favorite chili toppings, such as sour cream, chopped onion, and shredded cheese.

    Notes

    You can add a swirl of olive oil to assist with browning the meat if desired.
    This chorizo chili can be made in the slow cooker as well. However, for best results and flavor, I recommend continuing to make steps 1 and 2 on the stovetop, then transfer the chili to a slow cooker and simmer on high heat for four hours or longer.

    Nutritional Information

    Calories: 543kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 2888mg | Potassium: 1648mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1889IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 9mg
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