Slow-Cooker Chorizo, Pecan and Cheddar Stuffing

Health score
9%
Slow-Cooker Chorizo, Pecan and Cheddar Stuffing
225 min.
16
283kcal

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Looking to elevate your holiday feast or family gathering? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Chorizo, Pecan, and Cheddar Stuffing! This delightful side dish combines the rich, spicy flavors of chorizo sausage with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans and the sharpness of Cheddar cheese, creating a stuffing that is anything but ordinary. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker, this recipe allows the ingredients to meld together beautifully, resulting in a savory and satisfying dish that will have your guests coming back for seconds.

With a preparation time of just 225 minutes, this stuffing is not only delicious but also convenient. The slow cooker does all the work for you, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your meal. Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as the sausage, onions, and celery sauté together, creating a mouthwatering base for your stuffing. The addition of seasoned cornbread crumbs adds a delightful texture, while the melted butter and spices bring everything together in perfect harmony.

Whether served alongside your favorite roasted turkey or as a standalone dish, this stuffing is sure to impress. It’s a crowd-pleaser that caters to both traditional and adventurous palates alike. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a memorable side dish that will leave everyone raving about your culinary skills!

Ingredients

  • pound chorizo sausage cut crumbled
  • cup onion chopped
  • 1.5 cups celery stalks sliced
  • 16 ounces seasoned bread crumbs ()
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 0.5 teaspoon rubbed sage 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • cups chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup cashew pieces toasted

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Cook sausage, onion and celery in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
  2. Place sausage mixture, stuffing crumbs, butter, sage and pepper in 4- to 5-quart slow cooker.
  3. Pour broth over mixture; toss to combine. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes. Gently stir in cheese and pecans.
  4. Serve stuffing, or keep warm in slow cooker up to 1 hour. Or use this recipe to stuff Southwestern Turkey or one 12- to 14-pound turkey. See the Variation in Tips from the Kitchens.

Nutrition Facts

Calories283kcal
Protein15.36%
Fat51.58%
Carbs33.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.95
Glycemic Load
0.87
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.16521738664%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.27mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:283.43kcal
14.17%
Fat:16.31g
25.1%
Saturated Fat:6.15g
38.44%
Carbohydrates:23.52g
7.84%
Net Carbohydrates:21.53g
7.83%
Sugar:2.82g
3.13%
Cholesterol:31.5mg
10.5%
Sodium:611.09mg
26.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.93g
21.87%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.69%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.53%
Vitamin K:18.96µg
18.06%
Selenium:11.82µg
16.89%
Phosphorus:154.17mg
15.42%
Calcium:144.33mg
14.43%
Copper:0.26mg
13.09%
Iron:2.32mg
12.91%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.56%
Folate:43.35µg
10.84%
Magnesium:42mg
10.5%
Vitamin A:516.91IU
10.34%
Vitamin B3:1.95mg
9.73%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.75%
Vitamin C:6.99mg
8.48%
Fiber:1.99g
7.94%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.45%
Potassium:173.83mg
4.97%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.71%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.33%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.75%