These Chorizo Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers are the perfect appetizer for a summer night gathering with friends. Great way to use up fresh produce and a bonus, the filling makes great nachos.
Chorizo Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers + Nachos
We had some friends over Saturday evening for an impromptu happy hour. I was told by my friends to keep it simple. Now that easy for me to do. A few weeks ago I found this tube of Cacique chorizo at the grocery. When I saw it I thought about making either stuffed jalapeno’s or mini sweet peppers.
I had bought a bag of mini sweets earlier in the week, so that was the obvious choice. I have used mini sweets in many dishes. I usually grill them. Not typically spicy but have a little heat when grilled. They worked perfect for my Chorizo Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers. Bite size and not to hot. I added tomatiloes to the recipe.
Here is some information about tomatiloes If you are unfamiliar.
Tomatillos are also called “tomate verde” in Mexico (which means green tomato) and are considered a staple in Mexican cooking. Tomatillo is a member of the nightshade family, related to tomatoes. It now grows everywhere in the Western Hemisphere and is common in Texas gardens. The fruit of the tomatillo is green and about the size of a large cherry tomato. The inside is white and meatier than a tomato. They grow to maturity inside of a husk. They can range in size from about an inch in diameter to the size of apricots. They are covered by a papery husk which may range from the pale green color of the fruit itself to a light grocery-bag brown. The husks are inedible and should be removed before use.Read more about tomatillos at Whats Cooking America
After stuffing the peppers I had some sausage mixture leftover so I decided to make mini nachos, using Tostitos® Scoops!®. I tried the organic scoops for the first time and liked the flavor. The adults loved the peppers and the kids and adults both loved the mini nachos. I also grilled some chicken wings, to go along with the peppers and mini nachos. Easy fun night.
This is a very easy recipe that could be put together for a last-minute get together.
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- 5 slices of bacon chopped
- 9 oz Cacique chorizo pork sausage (If you cant find this other bulk chorizo will work, casing removed)
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 Tomatillos husked and diced
- 1 can green chilies
- 8 oz Rosarita spicy jalapeno refried beans (Regular refried beans will also work but I like the additional spicy kick)
- 8 oz light cream cheese softened
- 1 lb Sweet Mini Peppers from Wilson Produce
- 1 cup Cabot Colby-Jack cheese shredded
- 2 green onions (green parts only, sliced thin)
- In large pan, saute bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
- Add onion, taco seasoning and chorizo to pan.
- Cook on medium high heat for 6-8 minutes until onions are translucent and sausage is cooked, stirring often.
- Stir in Tomatillos and green chilies, cook for 4 minutes.
- Stir in re-fried beans and reserved bacon, cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and fold in softened cream cheese, until combined.
- Preheat broiler.
- Cut peppers in half. Remove seeds, ribs and stems.
- Stuff peppers with 1-2 tablespoon of sausage mixture.
- Top with shredded cheese. Place peppers on aluminum foil lined sheet pan.
- Broil for 4-5 minutes, six inches away from broiler, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with sliced green onions
By Quinn Caudill for DadWhats4Dinner.com © May 2016
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Julie is Hostess At Heart says
I am with you. I always go overboard and work to hard to entertain. These appetizers look delicious!
Quinn Caudill says
Thanks. But I think my friends expect it from me and serving good food is what it’s about :))
Julie is Hostess At Heart says
Me too. I actually enjoy it as you do.
trishlee75 says
Brilliant! Thanks for sharing!
Quinn Caudill says
Thanks for the kind comment. Not sure if it’s brilliant but it is easy and darn good :)))
eclecticoddsnsods says
Ooh la la i love this and what a great summer snack too. I think my skills would go this far also to make it with success as you never know with me. Thank you for coming to FF #68, I hope you will have a glass of bubbly with us, Justine x
Quinn Caudill says
Super easy. If the peppers seem to hard try the mini nachos at the end of the post. Thanks for stopping by. Happy FF
eclecticoddsnsods says
a total pleasure x
The Chunky Chef (@The_Chunky_Chef) says
You had me at “chorizo” 😉 Those look so amazing and flavorful!! Happy Fiesta Friday 😀
Quinn Caudill says
Thanks. They are very tasty. Thanks for stopping by. Happy FF
Jhuls says
Hmmm… FF crowd loves anything in mini version so I sure everybody in this room would love these. Thanks for brining another fab treat. 🙂 Happy FF!
Quinn Caudill says
That’s funny. I just noticed both my posts this week are “mini’s”. Oops. :)))- the peppers are actually mini’s unlike the strawberry pies. They are more like individual desserts. Mini sounds better. Happy FF
Giramuk's Kitchen says
I absolutely adore Chorizo!! Anything stuffed with Chorizo, makes it even better!
It does tend to get hard to go simple for company for me too!
Quinn Caudill says
But then again what our friends think is difficult is just fun for most of us who like to cook and entertain. BTW How did you create your logo/watermark on your blog? It’s fantastic! Working on my design and how to create? Thanks Quinn 🙂
Giramuk's Kitchen says
You are so right!! 😀 I can’t imagine not experimenting stuff and making my friends guinea pigs!
Thank you about the Logo Quinn! It was done by my sister… luckily I have a sister who is a graphic design student 🙂 There is a website called fiverr(dot) com that my sister suggested to me because there are lots of students who would design a logo for just $5 🙂 might be worth checking out?
Quinn Caudill says
I will check it out. I am still a new at this and trying to find my way. I am in the process of deciding if I should self host with WP.org. I am not sure if my numbers are good enough to do this yet. Love your blog and thanks for the comments. Quinn
GFLife247 says
Thanks for all the information on tomatiloes! So interesting! These came out so beautifully too. Hope you have a fabulous weekend. 😀
The Chunky Chef (@The_Chunky_Chef) says
Just wanted to drop a note to let you know that I’ve chosen this fantastic post to be featured on this week’s Friday Favorites at 9pm (EST)! 🙂
Quinn Caudill says
Wow you are awesome. Thanks for the note yesterday, I will get back to you tonight. Big Help!! :))))))))))
Jhuls says
These are the appetizers I’d love to have when I have my close friends to entertain. Look so good, Quinn. 🙂 Happy FF!
agirlsguidetosuccess says
These look yummy.. I’ve got a party coming up amd these will make great finger food – thanks for sharing
Quinn Caudill says
Really easy and so good! Thanks for stopping by and have a great party
vrmm26 says
Can you believe I live in the Southwest and have never tried chorizo? Guess I’m scared by the spicy. Maybe I need to give it a try! Thanks for linking up with Funtastic Friday.
Quinn Caudill says
Chorizo is really not that spicy. Give it a try.
FrugalHausfrau says
I love this recipe, Quinn! I’m always looking for great ideas for these peppers!
Debra C. says
Loving these little bites, I think I could make a whole meal out them! I wanted to pop by and do some extra sharing and also let you know I’ll be featuring it this week on #FoodieFriDIY – stop by and share again soon!
Quinn Caudill says
Thanks for the feature Debra. Have a great weekend!
Quinn Caudill says
Thanks so much Amanda. Hey did you share my mini strawberry pies somewhere on FB? My referrals from FB went through the roof today. I mean way up. Anyway thanks for all your help. :))))) Hope your ankle gets better soon. :((