Chunky Chicken and Chorizo Chili

INGREDIENTS

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 3/4 lb chorizo sausage, chopped
• 2 lbs ground chicken
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (12 ounce) bottle beer
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (fire roasted)
• salt
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups quick-cooking polenta
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 scallions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons thyme leaves, chopped