Pepper Jack Bread Chorizo Melts
Get ready to elevate your appetizer or game-day spread with these irresistible Pepper Jack Bread Chorizo Melts! This bold and cheesy recipe combines the smoky indulgence of spiced chorizo with the gooey kick of melted Pepper Jack cheese, all atop crispy, buttery slices of French bread or ciabatta. The flavor is ramped up with a zesty jalapeño, aromatic garlic, and a creamy cilantro-infused mayonnaise spread, making every bite an explosion of savory satisfaction. Finished with a perfectly broiled, golden-brown top, these open-faced melts are easy to prepare and ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for entertaining or a quick weeknight indulgence, serve them warm for the ultimate crowd-pleaser everyone will crave!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces chorizo
- 1.5 cups Pepper Jack cheese
- 1 loaf French bread or ciabatta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the French bread or ciabatta loaf lengthwise into halves, then cut each half into roughly 6-inch pieces. Set aside.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chorizo. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks until browned and rendered, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the diced red onion, chopped jalapeño, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped cilantro, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a flavorful spread.
Lightly butter the cut sides of the bread with the remaining butter. Spread an even layer of the mayonnaise mixture over each piece.
Top each piece of bread with a portion of the cooked chorizo. Sprinkle a generous layer of Pepper Jack cheese over the chorizo.
Place the prepared bread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Switch the oven to broil on high for an additional 1-2 minutes to achieve a lightly browned and bubbly cheesy top. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 228.6 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.8 g | 369% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 608 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 6525 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.5 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 128.4 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1425 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 1734 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
