Irresistible Queso Fundido with Chorizo
A cheesy, spicy delight loaded with chorizo, perfect for gatherings and game nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 lb chorizo (or turkey chorizo)
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Tortilla chips or warm tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chorizo to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses in a baking dish.
- Top the mixed cheeses with the sautéed chorizo, onion, and bell pepper mixture.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips or warm tortillas.
Notes
For a lighter option, use turkey chorizo. Add your favorite cheese variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg