Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl AztecaChimi Bites Recipe

Chimi Bites Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time45m
Serves6

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

For Serving

Method

Chili Preparation

  1. 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. 2

    Add Aromatics

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  3. 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. 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

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.

Assembly

  1. 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.

  2. 7

    Top with Sauce

    Drizzle the drunk sauce generously over the chili bites.

  3. 8

    Garnish

    Sprinkle the crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro over the top of each bite.

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