Best 10 Cornbread Chorizo Cherry And Pecan Stuffing Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Journey with Cornbread Chorizo Cherry and Pecan Stuffing: A Symphony of Flavors for Your Holiday Feast**

Welcome to a culinary adventure where flavors dance and textures harmonize to create a stuffing that will elevate your holiday feast to new heights. Introducing the Cornbread Chorizo Cherry and Pecan Stuffing, a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and smoky notes that will tantalize your taste buds. This unique stuffing combines the comforting warmth of cornbread, the spicy kick of chorizo, the tartness of cherries, and the nutty crunch of pecans, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

**Embark on a culinary journey of three exceptional stuffing recipes:**

**1. Cornbread Chorizo Cherry and Pecan Stuffing:** The star of the show, this stuffing brings together a medley of textures and flavors. Cornbread provides a sturdy base, while chorizo adds a spicy kick and cherries offer a burst of sweetness. Pecans add a touch of crunch and nutty flavor, creating a rich and satisfying stuffing that complements any main course.

**2. Sausage and Apple Stuffing:** A classic stuffing with a twist, this recipe combines savory sausage with sweet apples and aromatic herbs. The sausage provides a hearty and flavorful base, while the apples add a touch of sweetness and moisture. Herbs like sage and thyme infuse the stuffing with a warm and inviting aroma, making it a perfect accompaniment to your holiday turkey or chicken.

**3. Wild Rice and Mushroom Stuffing:** For those seeking a vegetarian option, this stuffing is a delightful choice. Wild rice provides a nutty flavor and chewy texture, while mushrooms add a savory and earthy depth. Dried cranberries and toasted walnuts add pops of sweetness and crunch, creating a stuffing that is both flavorful and satisfying.

**Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you with a memorable holiday meal.**

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE, CORNBREAD AND CHERRY STUFFING



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Provided by Martina McBride

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray, for the casserole dish
1 pound pork sausage, casings removed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 ribs celery, chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 3 cups)
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
10 cups crumbled cornbread, toasted
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup dried cherries, chopped
2 large eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 4-quart shallow casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon and stirring occasionally, until brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain off all but 2 tablespoons of the sausage drippings. Add the butter to the skillet, then add the celery and onions. Cook, scraping up any brown bits that are on the bottom of the skillet, until the vegetables are soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the poultry seasoning, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more.
  • Transfer the vegetable mixture to a large bowl and add the cornbread and reserved sausage. Add the chicken stock, cherries and eggs. Stir to coat gently and soften the cornbread. (Do not overmix or the cornbread pieces will turn to mush.) Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake until the stuffing is set, about 35 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

CHORIZO AND CORN BREAD STUFFING



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Provided by Aarón Sánchez

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound hard chorizo diced
1 white onion diced
1/2 cup chopped carrot (1 large carrot)
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 cups crumbled corn bread
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook the chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until the fat has been rendered, about 5 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the chorizo and cook until the vegetables have carmelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the crumbled corn bread, chicken stock, and cilantro. Make sure that the stuffing itself is not to dry but at the same time not to wet.
  • Place the stuffing into a buttered casserole and bake in the oven until heated through and lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

CHORIZO AND CORNBREAD STUFFING



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Provided by Aarón Sánchez

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo
1 medium white onion, finely chopped
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish (optional)
1/2 cup chicken stock (low-sodium store-bought is fine)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Grated cotija cheese, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chorizo, breaking it up with a spoon and stirring occasionally as it cooks, until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the onion, carrot, celery and garlic to the chorizo and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have browned, about 10 minutes. Add the crumbled cornbread and cilantro and gradually pour in enough of the stock so the stuffing is not too dry but at the same time not too wet. Stir gently and well.
  • Butter a small casserole dish. Spread the stuffing in an even layer. Bake until it's heated through and lightly browned on top, about 20 minutes. Serve right away, garnished with the cilantro and cotija, if desired.

CHORIZO CORNBREAD STUFFING



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An easy, no-fuss, make-ahead crumbly stuffing with a kick of heat that the whole family will go crazy for!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup chorizo
2 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, diced
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1 stalk celery, diced
2 cups diced jalapeno cornbread, homemade or store-bought
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup chicken stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat an 8×8 baking dish with nonstick spray. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the chorizo as it cooks. Add garlic, onion, carrot and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have browned, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in cornbread, cilantro and chicken stock; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add cornbread mixture to prepared baking dish. Place into oven and bake until heated through and lightly browned on top, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro.

CORNBREAD AND CHORIZO STUFFING



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This stuffing is for the Tex Mex lovers out there. The combination of spicy chorizo and sweet buttery cornbread are the perfect pair, making this stuffing a nice complement to the Thanksgiving table.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2/3 cup vegetable oil, plus more for the pan
4 cups stone-ground yellow cornmeal
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon fine salt
4 large eggs
1 1/3 cups milk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
1 pound chorizo, casings removed
1 small onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 poblano chile pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large eggs
4 to 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons salted roasted pepitas
Chopped fresh cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the cornbread: Preheat the oven to 425˚ F and oil a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and fine salt in a large bowl. Stir in the eggs, milk and vegetable oil until combined. Pour the batter into the pan and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool, then cut into 1- to 2-inch cubes. Spread out on a baking sheet and let dry out at room temperature overnight.
  • Make the stuffing: Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl with a slotted spoon. Add the onion, celery, bell pepper and poblano to the skillet and cook, stirring, until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic, chili powder, sage, oregano and 1 teaspoon each kosher salt and pepper and cook, stirring, 2 more minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
  • Preheat the oven to 350˚ F and butter a 9-by-13-inch or other 3-quart baking dish. Whisk the eggs and 4 cups chicken broth in a large bowl. Add the cubed cornbread (about 12 cups) and the cooled chorizo mixture and toss to coat. (If the cornbread seems dry, add up to 1 more cup broth.) Transfer to the baking dish, dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and cover loosely with foil. Bake 30 minutes, then uncover, top with the pepitas and continue baking, uncovered, until the top is golden and crisp, 30 to 35 more minutes. Top with cilantro before serving.

CORNBREAD CHORIZO STUFFING



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Categories     Pork     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Parade

Yield Makes 16 cups of stuffing, enough for a 20- to 24-pound turkey

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 loaves cornbread, homemade or store-bought
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 pounds chorizo or andouille sausage sausages, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cups chopped red or yellow onions
6 ribs celery, chopped
1 cup dried apricots, halved
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup coarsely chopped pecan halves
1/2 cup defatted chicken broth

Steps:

  • 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 2.Cut the cornbread into 1-inch cubes. (You should have about 12 cups.) Place the cubes in a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and the thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Spread the cubes in 1 layer on 2 baking sheets; bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until lightly toasted, shaking the pans occasionally. Cool and return to the bowl.
  • 3.Meanwhile, cook the chorizo in 2 batches in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Using a slotted spoon, remove the chorizo and add to the bowl of cornbread, discarding any fat.
  • 4.Place remaining olive oil and butter in a heavy saucepan. Wilt the onions and celery over medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then stir in the apricots and cherries; cook for 5 to 10 minutes longer. Carefully fold into the cornbread along with the pecans, using a rubber spatula.
  • 5.Slowly drizzle in the broth until the stuffing is moist to your liking. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature before stuffing the turkey.

SLOW-COOKER CHORIZO, PECAN AND CHEDDAR STUFFING



Slow-Cooker Chorizo, Pecan and Cheddar Stuffing image

Highly seasoned pork sausage and corn bread crumbs add a southwestern twist to traditional stuffing, and the slow cooker makes it fuss-free!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound chorizo sausage, casing removed and crumbled or 1 pound bulk chorizo sausage
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
3 medium celery stalks, sliced (1 1/2 cups)
1 package (16 ounces) seasoned cornbread stuffing crumbs (5 3/4 cups)
1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
1 cup pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Place sausage mixture, stuffing crumbs, butter, sage and pepper in 4- to 5-quart slow cooker. 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.
  • 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 : Calories 365, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1080 mg

CORNBREAD CHORIZO STUFFING



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Put a twist on your stuffing by adding fresh Mexican chorizo. This is so delicious, you may want to serve it as a main course.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Sausage Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo
1 tablespoon salted butter
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced celery
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
¼ cup chopped cilantro
2 cups crumbled cornbread
½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a baking dish.
  • Remove casings from the chorizo and cook in a large skillet until crumbly and browned, 7 to 9 minutes. Remove from the skillet, add to a large bowl, and set aside.
  • Melt butter in the same skillet. Add onion and celery and cook until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cilantro and transfer mixture to the bowl of chorizo. Add cornbread and chicken broth; stir until well incorporated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until thoroughly warmed and stuffing starts to brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve garnished with cotija cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 582.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 107.1 mg, Fat 42.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.7 g, Sodium 1597.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CORN-BREAD AND CHORIZO STUFFING



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Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Dinner     Stuffing/Dressing     Sausage     Cornmeal     Corn     Fall     Family Reunion     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Skillet corn bread
1/4 pound Spanish chorizo (cured spiced pork sausage), casing removed and sausage chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped (3 cups)
4 celery ribs, coarsely chopped (3 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F with racks in upper and lower thirds of oven. Butter a 3-quart shallow baking dish.
  • Crumble corn bread into 1/2-inch pieces, spreading out in 1 layer in 2 large 4-sided sheet pans. Bake, stirring occasionally, until dry, about 20 minutes. Cool completely and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, cook chorizo in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Add onions, celery, garlic, oregano, and 1 1/4 teaspoon salt and sauté until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes. Add to corn bread.
  • Whisk together broth and egg, then pour over stuffing and toss well. Transfer to baking dish and cover tightly with buttered foil. Bake in upper third of oven 1 hour. Remove foil and bake until top is golden, about 15 minutes more.

CHORIZO CORN BREAD STUFFING



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Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Bread     Onion     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Stuffing/Dressing     Sausage     Corn     Family Reunion     Potluck     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings (10 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 21

Corn bread:
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 large egg
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Stuffing:
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
2 cups chopped onions
8 ounces Spanish chorizo (dry-cured spiced sausage), casing removed and sausage coarsely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups packed; see Cooks' Notes)
2 cups fresh, or thawed frozen, corn kernels (one 10-ounce package)
1 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 cups turkey stock or reduced-sodium chicken broth
Special Equipment
8-inch square baking pan

Steps:

  • For corn bread:
  • Heat oven to 400°F with rack in middle and butter an 8-inch square baking pan.
  • Whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together milk, egg, and butter in a small bowl and stir into dry ingredients. Pour batter into buttered baking pan.
  • Bake until golden and a tester comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Cool corn bread in pan on a rack 10 minutes, then turn out onto rack to cool completely.
  • Cut corn bread into 3/4-inch cubes and put in a large bowl.
  • For stuffing:
  • Melt butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, then add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 minutes.
  • Add chorizo, corn, sage, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add parsley.
  • Toss chorizo mixture with corn bread and transfer to a 13- by 9-inch baking pan. Drizzle with chicken broth.
  • Bake at 400°F uncovered, until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the stuffing will taste. This is especially true for the cornbread, chorizo, cherries, and pecans.
  • Don't overstuff the cornbread: The cornbread should be moist and fluffy, not dense and dry. Be careful not to overstuff the cornbread, or it will become soggy.
  • Bake the stuffing until it is golden brown: The stuffing should be baked until it is golden brown and crispy on top. This will help to ensure that the stuffing is cooked through.
  • Let the stuffing cool before serving: The stuffing should be allowed to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help to prevent the stuffing from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Cornbread chorizo cherry and pecan stuffing is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. The stuffing is made with a combination of cornbread, chorizo, cherries, pecans, and spices. It is baked until golden brown and crispy on top. The stuffing is moist and fluffy on the inside, and it is packed with flavor. This stuffing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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