Jalapeno Cornbread Stuffing

Vegetarian
Health score
9%
Jalapeno Cornbread Stuffing
45 min.
10
728kcal

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This Jalapeno Cornbread Stuffing is the perfect side dish to spice up your next meal! With a kick of jalapeno and a crunchy pecan texture, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of red onion, celery, and cilantro adds a fresh and flavorful twist to the traditional cornbread stuffing. The best part? It's vegetarian-friendly and ready in just 45 minutes! Whether you're serving it as a side or stuffing it into a bird, this Jalapeno Cornbread Stuffing is sure to impress.

This recipe is a fun and flavorful twist on traditional stuffing. The jalapeno adds a nice kick, while the pecans provide a crunchy texture and a depth of flavor. The fresh cilantro and red onion give it a bright, tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the cornbread. This dish is perfect for those who want to add a little spice to their holiday meal or switch up their everyday side dish. With a short prep time and simple ingredients, it's an easy way to elevate your next meal.

So, if you're looking for a unique and tasty side dish that will impress your family and friends, this Jalapeno Cornbread Stuffing is the perfect choice! It's a fun and flavorful twist on a classic that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve it at your next holiday gathering or whip it up for a weeknight meal – either way, it's sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • cup onion red chopped
  • cup celery finely chopped
  •  pepper flakes diced seeded
  • cup pecans toasted coarsely chopped
  • cups cornbread crumbled
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • cup chicken broth as needed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  3. Add onion, celery, and jalapeno peppers and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add pecans and cook for one minute more.
  5. Place crumbled cornbread in a large bowl; add onion-pecan mixture, cilantro and seasonings. Toss to mix.
  6. Add enough chicken broth to moisten; about 1 cup.
  7. Use as a stuffing or spoon into a greased baking dish.
  8. Bake until the top has formed a crust and the stuffing is heated through, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  9. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories728kcal
Protein7.65%
Fat33.83%
Carbs58.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21
Glycemic Load
0.89
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.546086956522%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.06mg
Delphinidin
0.72mg
Catechin
0.72mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg
Apigenin
0.29mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.8mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Quercetin
3.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:728.45kcal
36.42%
Fat:27.69g
42.6%
Saturated Fat:9.13g
57.09%
Carbohydrates:107.79g
35.93%
Net Carbohydrates:101.77g
37.01%
Sugar:32.32g
35.91%
Cholesterol:114.37mg
38.12%
Sodium:1463.94mg
63.65%
Protein:14.09g
28.18%
Phosphorus:782.61mg
78.26%
Manganese:0.96mg
48.09%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
29.99%
Folate:116.48µg
29.12%
Calcium:275.04mg
27.5%
Vitamin C:21.34mg
25.87%
Selenium:17.17µg
24.53%
Fiber:6.02g
24.06%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.47%
Iron:3.99mg
22.19%
Vitamin B3:4.18mg
20.92%
Copper:0.29mg
14.6%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.96%
Vitamin K:14.07µg
13.4%
Magnesium:50.79mg
12.7%
Vitamin B5:1.27mg
12.65%
Vitamin A:613.25IU
12.27%
Zinc:1.82mg
12.11%
Potassium:396.11mg
11.32%
Vitamin E:1.33mg
8.86%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.41%
Source:Foodista