
Potato Soup with Chorizo Recipe
Potato soup with chorizo transforms the popular Mexican breakfast combination of papas con chorizo into a hearty, warming soup perfect for cold days. This comforting bowl features creamy potatoes enhanced by spicy, flavorful chorizo that infuses the entire soup with rich, smoky taste. Each spoonful delivers satisfying warmth and bold flavors that make this soup ideal for family dinners.

This delicious potato soup with chorizo is inspired by the popular Mexican breakfast of Papas con Chorizo (Potatoes with Chorizo). Serve it with chips on the side.
Ingredients
1 ( 9 ounce ) roll Mexican chorizo
1/3 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, pressed
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup diced potatoes
1/2 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules ( such as Knorr®)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1/3 cup heavy cream
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Combine chorizo and onions in a soup pot over medium heat and cook until onions are soft and translucent and chorizo is fully cooked, 7 to 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute more.
Add chicken broth, potatoes, chicken granules, cumin, and oregano. Bring to a boil and simmer until potatoes are fork tender, 6 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in heavy whipping cream. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
421 | Calories |
32g | Fat |
14g | Carbs |
19g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 421 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 32g | 41% |
Saturated Fat 14g | 69% |
Cholesterol 82mg | 27% |
Sodium 1744mg | 76% |
Total Carbohydrate 14g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 19g | 37% |
Vitamin C 6mg | 6% |
Calcium 46mg | 4% |
Iron 2mg | 11% |
Potassium 575mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.