Chimi Bites Recipe
Chicken, carnitas, & ground beef mini chilis topped with drunk sauce & cotija cheese (available in 6 & 12 piece)
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Ingredients
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Protein
Chili Base
Drunk Sauce
Toppings
For Serving
Method
Chili Preparation
- 1
Cook the Meats
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Add the shredded chicken and carnitas to the skillet and stir until heated through.
- 2
- 3
Incorporate Spices
Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the diced tomatoes, bring to a simmer, and let cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Drunk Sauce Preparation
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
Assembly
- 6
Prepare Serving
On a plate, arrange the mini tortilla chips. Spoon a small amount (about a tablespoon) of the chili mixture onto each chip.
- 7
Top with Sauce
Drizzle the drunk sauce generously over the chili bites.
- 8
Garnish
Sprinkle the crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro over the top of each bite.