Name: Creamy Chorizo Chicken with Basil and Lemon
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 4 portions
Cuisine: Plats principaux Volaille
Ingredients: 4 chicken breast (4 pieces); 1 tsp paprika; 1 tbsp olive oil (1 tbsp); 150 g finely chopped chorizo (sweet or spicy, to taste); 2 g minced garlic cloves; 1 chopped French shallot; 2 chopped green onions; L juice of half a lemon; 250 ml 250 ml cooking cream (15% fat); fresh basil leaves; Salt and pepper to taste

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Poultry Main Dishes Saint-Valentin

Creamy Chorizo Chicken with Basil and Lemon

Prep20 min

Cook55 min

Servings4

DifficultyMedium

By Menucochon|

July 15, 2025

|Updated: Apr 5, 2026

Poultry Main Dishes Saint-Valentin

Creamy Chorizo Chicken with Basil and Lemon

Prep20 min

Cook55 min

Servings4

DifficultyMedium

By Menucochon|

July 15, 2025

|Updated: Apr 5, 2026

Looking for a rich-tasting yet easy-to-prepare dish? Creamy chorizo chicken is the perfect combination of chicken tenderness, chorizo heat, and creaminess. In less than 30 minutes, you get a comforting meal that will please as much during weekdays as on weekends. This dish is perfect for impressing without complications. The mix of fresh basil and lemon adds a refreshing touch that contrasts deliciously with the intense flavor of chorizo. It's a recipe that will delight your taste buds and those of your guests.

Ingredients

Servings

520 kcal

Preparation

Instructions

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Step 1
Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into pieces or cubes. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, pepper and mix well.
Step 2
Cook the chorizo: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add the chorizo and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until golden and slightly crispy. Remove and reserve.
Step 3
Cook the chicken: In the same skillet, add the chicken pieces. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and reserve with the chorizo.
Step 4
Prepare the aromatic base: In the skillet, add garlic, onion, and green onions. Cook for 2 minutes over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the cream: Add 15% cream, add lemon juice, season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6
Assemble: Return the skillet with the chicken and chorizo. Let simmer for another 3 minutes to combine.
Step 7
Finish: Add fresh chopped basil around the edge of the skillet. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

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Easy, quick and filled with flavors, this creamy chorizo chicken will soon become one of your favorite dishes. Perfect for impressing your guests!

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Serving Suggestions

Serve this creamy chorizo chicken hot with rice, fresh pasta, or homemade mashed potatoes. Pair it with a green vegetable like broccoli or green beans for a balanced meal. To mix things up, replace the cream with coconut cream or add cherry tomatoes for extra freshness. This dish will quickly become a favorite at your table.

Frequently Asked Questions

Easy, quick and filled with flavors, this creamy chicken and chorizo will quickly become one of your favorite dishes. Perfect for impressing your guests or simply enjoying yourself without spending hours in the kitchen. Try it tonight, you won't be disappointed !

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