Stuffed Jalapenos Recipe
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Stuffed Jalapenos Recipe
Description
This recipe begins by preheating the oven and preparing jalapenos by halving and removing seeds and veins for reduced heat. Mexican chorizo is browned and drained, then combined with a creamy cheese mixture of softened cream cheese, smoked cheddar, and garlic powder. Each jalapeno half is filled with the cheese mix, then topped with crumbled chorizo. Baking softens the peppers and melts the cheese.
Once out of the oven, the peppers are garnished with crumbled queso fresco and chopped green onions for fresh texture and contrast. The dish offers smoky, spicy, creamy, and fresh flavors in each bite. The filling balance and jalapeno preparation control spice level.
Best served warm, these stuffed jalapenos make a satisfying appetizer or party snack with a blend of smoky chorizo and melted cheese inside the tender pepper halves.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds jalapeño peppers or a combination of jalapeños and mini bell peppers, fresh
- 14-16 ounces Mexican chorizo
- 12 ounces cream cheese softened (could be low-fat
- 2 cups cheddar cheese smoked, shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 ounces queso fresco crumbled
- 1/2 cup green onion chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. Place the chorizo in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the chorizo until mostly cooked, and break into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Then move the chorizo to a paper towel lined bowl to drain.
- Cut the jalapeños lengthwise and use a spoon to scrape out the veins and seeds. Set them cut-side-up on the baking sheets. Then mix the cream cheese, smoked cheddar, and garlic powder in a medium bowl until well combined.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of cheese filling into each jalapeño half. Press crumbled chorizo into the top of the cheese filling. Bake for 9-10 minutes until the filling has melted and the peppers are soft.
- While the jalapeños are still warm, sprinkle the tops with crumbled queso fresco and green onions. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 242kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 52mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 536mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 790IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 51mg | 57% |
| Calcium | 173mg | 17% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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