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Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapeños

Perfect Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapeños

Delicious Perfect Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapeños recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 11 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 1125 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the stuffed peppers:

  • 12 large jalapeños
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 oz fresh chorizo
  • 4 corn tortillas

For the cheese topping:

  • 8 oz Real California Milk Queso Asadero cheese, shredded

For garnish:

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • kosher salt, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash the jalapeños, then carefully slice them in half lengthwise. Using a spoon or paring knife, remove the seeds and membranes from each half. I recommend wearing gloves when handling jalapeños to prevent skin irritation.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the fresh chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through. Once cooked, transfer the chorizo onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat.
  • Arrange the prepared jalapeño halves on a baking sheet. Fill each half with an even portion of cooked chorizo (from Step 2). Top generously with shredded Queso Asadero cheese.
  • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and begins to bubble. For extra flavor, I sometimes broil them for an additional minute at the end to get a nice golden top.
  • Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Garnish the stuffed jalapeños with chopped fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of kosher salt to taste. Serve them warm as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. For an extra touch, I like to serve these with corn tortillas on the side to soak up all the delicious flavors.