Spicy Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms
These spicy chorizo stuffed mushrooms are packed with flavor and make for a perfect appetizer or side dish. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious!
Equipment
- Oven
- Skillet
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large crimini mushrooms
- 8 oz spicy chorizo
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, then add chorizo and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, draining excess grease.
- Stir in chopped mushroom stems and minced garlic into the skillet with the chorizo mixture; sauté for 3-5 minutes until mushroom stems are softened.
- Combine the cooked chorizo mixture, cream cheese, Parmesan, parsley, and black pepper in a bowl, mixing thoroughly.
- Arrange mushroom caps on the prepared baking sheet and generously spoon the chorizo and cheese mixture into each cap.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chorizo mixture. Make sure to drain the chorizo well to avoid greasy mushrooms.