Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapeños
Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapeños are a flavor-packed appetizer that perfectly combines the spicy crunch of fresh jalapeños with a creamy, savory filling of zesty chorizo and melted cheese. These crowd-pleasers are baked to golden perfection, making them an irresistible addition to any gathering. Whether for game day or a casual get-together, these stuffed jalapeños promise to delight your taste buds and keep everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 (1 stuffed jalapeño per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 12 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz chorizo sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Halve each jalapeño lengthwise and remove seeds if desired.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chorizo until browned. Mix in cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the chorizo mixture.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed jalapeño (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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