Chori-Pollo (Chorizo and Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs of Thin Sliced Chicken Breasts
  • 2 Tbs Vegetable Oil
  • 2 Tsp Dried Mexican Oregano
  • 1 Tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 Tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 9 oz Chorizo
  • 1 Lime – Juiced
  • 1 Tbs Vegetable Oil

Topping

Sides

Mexican Rice

Directions

  1. In a large bag or bowl, mix the chicken with the vegetable oil and seasoning well. Cover the bowl or secure the bag and place in the refrigerator to marinade for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a large pan heat 1 Tbs of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the chorizo in the pan, breaking into small pieces while it cooks. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes.
  4. Drain and place the cooked chorizo on a plate to the side.
  5. Add the lime juice to the pan and deglaze.
  6. Cook the thin chicken breasts, four to five at a time, depending on how large of a pan you are using and how many thin chicken breasts you are making.
  7. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping half-way. Ensure you cook to a temperature of 165 degrees (F).
  8. Once all of the chicken is cooked, cut the chicken into slices and add the cooked chicken and chorizo back to the pan over medium heat. Warm the chorizo and mix with the chicken well.
  9. Serve on a plate and top with your choice of cheese and refried beans, mexican rice, or other sides of your choice. You can also serve in taco form.

Slow Cooker Kalua Pork

Ingredients

  • 7 to 10 lb Pork Shoulder
  • Liquid Hickory Smoke
  • Coarse Sea Salt
  • Low sodium Soy Sauce
  • Rice

Optional Ingredient

  • 4 Cups Cabbage – Cut into 1 inch squares

Directions

  1. Trim most of the fat cap off of the pork shoulder and puncture the shoulder with the tip of the knife on all sides.
  2. Rub the shoulder liberally with the liquid smoke and season heavily with salt.
  3. Place the pork shoulder into the crock pot.
  4. Cook on high for 7 to 10 hours. Around 1 hr per pound.
  5. If you are including the cabbage, add the chopped cabbage with 90 minutes left on the cook.
  6. Remove the pork shoulder and place into a large baking dish. Rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  7. Shred the pork shoulder and season with soy sauce.
  8. Serve with rice and enjoy!

Loco Moco

Ingredients

Patty

  • 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef – 4 (4 Oz) Patties
  • Garlic Powder
  • Onion Powder
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Salt

Gravy

  • 8 Oz Baby Bella Mushrooms – Sliced
  • 1/2 Large Onion – Sliced
  • 3 Tbs Butter – Unsalted
  • 3 Tbs Flour
  • 3 Cups Beef Broth
  • 1 1/2 Tbs Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tsp Worcestershire
  • 1 Tbs Olive Oil

Rice

  • 4 Cups Cooked White Rice

Eggs

  • 4 Eggs
  • 1 Tbs Olive Oil

Directions

  1. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal sized patties and press them out, almost smashed. Season the patties well on both sides with the garlic and onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt.
  2. In a large high-sided sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the mushrooms and onions. Sauté until the mushrooms are cooked and the onions become translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stirring occasionally. Add the butter and stir.
  3. Once the butter has melted add the flour, stir, and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to get as much of the flour taste out of the gravy.
  4. Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Simmer between 14 and 16 minutes. The gravy will start to thicken.
  5. While the gravy thickens, heat a cast iron pan or another pan on medium heat. Spray with cooking spray and cook the patties two at a time if you have room. Cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, you want to get a good sear on each side. Cook through to at least 160 degrees or there is no more pink.
  6. Remove the patties, spray with additional cooking spray or butter, and cook your 4 eggs, sunny-side up, in the same pan. NOTE: You can add your patties to the gravy to keep them warm as you finish cooking the patties and the eggs.
  7. To cook your eggs, warm 1 Tbs of olive oil over low heat. Crack your eggs into the pan, if you can fit all four, go for it, if not add more olive oil for each instance. Cover the eggs and cook until the whites set. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
  8. Build your loco moco starting with 1 Cup of cooked white rice. Top with the patty and then add the gravy. Finish off with a nice sunny-side egg on the top. Enjoy!

Mexican Rice

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbs Neutral Oil (Vegetable or Canola)
  • 1 Cup Uncooked White Rice – Long Grain
  • 1/2 Tsp Dried Mexican Oregano
  • 1/2 Tsp Chili Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 8 Oz Crushed Tomatos
  • 1 2/3 Cups Chicken Broth

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or sauce pan that has a lid over medium-high heat. Add the rice and stir to combine. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the rice is lightly golden brown (about 10 minutes).
  2. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for about 25 minutes, stirring every 7 to 9 minutes. Continue until all of the liquid has been completely absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and allow the rice to rest for about 5 minutes before uncovering and fluffing the rice with a fork or spoon.
  4. Serve and enjoy!!

Chicken Fajita and Rice Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1 Lb Chicken Breast – Diced in 1 inch cubes
  • 2 Tbs Fajita Seasoning
  • 2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 1/2 Cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 1/2 Cups Rice
  • 2 Poblano Peppers
  • 1 Green Pepper – Diced
  • 1 Red Pepper – Diced
  • Chipped Green Chilis
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • 3 Tbs Tomato Paste
  • 2 Cloves Garlic – Minced
  • 1 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 Tsp Chili Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Tsp Onion Powder

Directions

  1. Place the diced chicken breast in a gallon zip lock bag with the fajita seasoning and 1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil. Mix well and refrigerate to marinade for at least 1 hour.
  2. Roast your poblano peppers. There are several easy ways to roast them. No matter which method you choose, allow your pepper skins to blacken. 
    • Gas stove – place the peppers right over the flame of your gas stove
    • Broiler – using tongs to turn them, broil each side of the peppers
    • Skillet – char them over high heat
    • Grill – roasting peppers over charcoal creates a wonderful smoky flavor.
  3. After the skin is blackened on all sides, place them in a plastic bag or cover them with with saran wrap to trap in some of the heat for a few minutes.
  4. Open the bag, remove the peppers, and rub the skins off as best as you can.
  5. Then remove the seeds and dice the poblanos.
  6. Heat 1 Tbs of olive oil in a sauté pan and cook the chicken through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  7. Remove the chicken and place in a bowl for later.
  8. Over medium heat, add the peppers and green chilis. Sauté for about 3 to 5 minutes to soften. Add the garlic and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.
  9. Add the tomato paste and continue to sauté for 2 minutes.
  10. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken, rice, chicken broth, ground black pepper, chili powder, cumin, salt, and onion powder. Bring to a boil.
  11. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer the mixture for 20 to 25 minutes. Until the rice is tender.
  12. Serve with the condiments of your choice. Sour cream, shredded cheese, cotija cheese, cilantro, etc.