Pollo Mexicano recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 17 2026
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Pollo Mexicano Recipe

Inspired by Mayas
Time45m
Serves4

Grilled chicken breast with chorizo, onions, bell pepper and topped with cheese sauce. Served with rice, beans and tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Ingredients

Chop the onion and bell pepper into thin strips. Remove the casing from the chorizo and crumble it.

2

Grill the Chicken

Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin. Grill on medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.

3

Cook the Chorizo

In a skillet, add the crumbled chorizo over medium heat and cook until browned. Add the chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté until they are soft.

4

Assemble the Dish

Place the grilled chicken breast on a plate, top with the chorizo mixture, and drizzle with cheese sauce.

5

Prepare the Sides

Cook the rice and beans according to package instructions. Warm the tortillas on a skillet or microwave.

6

Serve

Serve the Pollo Mexicano with rice, beans, and warm tortillas on the side.