Chorizo and Cornbread Stuffing

Why This Stuffing Will Steal the Show
We love a good gathering—especially when the table is full, the chatter is lively, and the aroma of something savory drifts through the air. That’s why this twist on stuffing is perfect for those big family get-togethers (hello, Thanksgiving!). The bold flavors of chorizo meet the comforting crumb of cornbread, creating a dish that honors tradition while kicking it up a notch. Whether you’re serving it as a side or using it to stuff your turkey, this chorizo and cornbread stuffing is going to turn heads—and plates.

Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make our chorizo and cornbread stuffing from the chef Aarón Sánchez.

• 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
  
  
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish (optional)
  
  
• ½ cup chicken stock (low‐sodium is fine)
  
  
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  
  
• Grated cotija cheese, for garnish (optional)
  
  
• 3 leaves fresh sage, julienned
  
  

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 °F. We’re ready to make some magic happen with this chorizo stuffing.
   
   
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo, breaking it up with a spoon. Stir occasionally until it starts to brown—about 5 minutes.
   
   
3. Add the chopped onion, carrot, celery and garlic to the skillet with the chorizo. Continue cooking and stirring occasionally until the veggies are nicely browned—about another 10 minutes.
   
   
4. Add the crumbled cornbread, chopped cilantro and our julienned sage leaves. Then gradually pour in enough chicken stock so the stuffing is moist—but not soggy. Stir gently and thoroughly to blend everything.
   
   
5. Butter a small casserole dish using the unsalted butter. Spread the stuffing mixture into an even layer in the dish.
   
   
6. Bake in the preheated oven until the stuffing is heated through and lightly browned on top—around 20 minutes.
   
   
7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro, the julienned sage, and cotija cheese, if desired.
   
   

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The Stuffing Everyone Will Beg For
There you have it: our feisty, flavor-packed chorizo and cornbread stuffing. It’s an ideal side dish—or stuffing for the holiday turkey—that brings together tastes in one harmonious forkful. With the smokiness of chorizo, the sweet cornbread base, and that fresh zing of sage and cilantro, you’re giving your guests something to talk about (and come back for seconds). We’re not just expanding horizons here; we’re stretching the stuffing game into bold new territory. So gather your people, pop this in the oven, and get ready for the compliments (and maybe a few “who made this?!” questions). Give thanks, dig in, and yes—you’ll want to save this recipe.