Loaded Queso Fundido With Crispy Chorizo

Loaded Queso Fundido With Crispy Chorizo is the perfect Mexican appetizer for a crowd. It’s luscious, full of flavor and can be made quickly. 

If there’s one dish that embodies the essence of comfort food with a touch of indulgence, it’s queso fundido. And when you add crispy chorizo to the mix, you’ve got a recipe that’s practically irresistible.

In this blog post, we will teach you how to make a tasty queso fundido. The dish includes crispy chorizo, which will delight your taste buds.

The Basics of Queso Fundido: A Cheesy Delight

Before we dive into the loaded version, let’s get to know the foundation of this delectable dish. Queso fundido, which translates to “melted cheese,” is a popular Mexican appetizer that’s all about ooey-gooey goodness.

It typically consists of melted cheese mixed with various ingredients, such as chorizo, peppers, onions, and spices.

What Cheese To Use For Queso Fundido:

You can make queso fundido with a variety of cheeses. The most commonly used cheese is a combination of melted Monterey Jack and Mexican cheeses such as Chihuahua cheese or Oaxaca.

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make this loaded queso fundido with crispy chorizo, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Chorizo: You can use pork or beef chorizo. I prefer buying the ground pork chorizo so I do not have to take it out of casings. 

Cream Cheese: You will need one block of cream cheese. This will help to create a melty creamy fundido.

Chihuahua Cheese: I love chihuahua cheese. You can buy Chihuahua cheese at Costco, Walmart. You can also use a traditional Oaxaca cheese if you like. 

Monterey Jack Cheese: This cheese melts perfectly.

Salsa Verde: Any salsa verde will work. 

Pico De Gallo: I like to make my own pico de Gallo. I use fresh tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and some salt. You can also use store bought if you prefer. 

Green Onions: Green onions add a delicious bright flavor and color to the dish. 

Red Onion: I like to pickle my red onions. You can use this recipe for a quick pickled red onion recipe. 

Cilantro: Adds a delicious bright flavor and color to the dish. 

Jalapeno: Adds a little spicy touch. You can leave these off or use pickled, tamed jalapeños if you would like a less spicy option. 

Chips or Tortillas: Serve the fundido with crisp chips or warm corn or flour tortillas. 

Instructions: Crafting Your Queso Fundido Masterpiece

1. Crisp Up the Chorizo: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until it’s browned and crispy, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Once done, transfer the crispy chorizo to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease.
2. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the cheese mixture.
3. Cheese Magic: Combine the cheeses, cream cheese and salsa verde in a mixing bowl. 
4. Assemble the Dish: In an oven-safe skillet or baking dish, spread a layer of the cheese mixture evenly across the bottom. Next, sprinkle the crispy chorizo evenly over the cheese layer.
5. Repeat the Layers: Repeat the layering process with another layer of the cheese mixture, followed by the crispy chorizo. This double layering ensures that every bite is packed with flavor.
6. Bake to Perfection: Place the skillet or baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top. You will need to stir half way through. 
7. Serve Hot: Remove the queso fundido from the oven, and let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional garnishes if desired.
8. Dip and Enjoy: Serve your loaded queso fundido with crispy chorizo alongside tortilla chips or warm tortillas for the ultimate dipping experience.

Why You’ll Love Loaded Queso Fundido with Crispy Chorizo:

This dish is a symphony of flavors and textures. The creamy, melted cheese melds beautifully with the smoky, spicy chorizo.

The pico de Gallo adds freshness, while the jalapeño pepper give a slight kick that enhances the dish.

Moreover, the crispy chorizo brings a delightful crunch to each bite, creating a satisfying contrast to the gooey cheese.

Whether you’re having this cheesy queso fundido for a party, game day, or a cozy night, it will definitely be popular.

Round Out The Meal With Some Other Recipes:

Queso fundido is the perfect appetizer to begin a Mexican fiesta. Try out some of these other delicious recipes to round out the meal. 

Easy Horchata Recipe

Watermelon Agua Fresca

Shrimp Taquito Appetizer

Easy Instant Pot Recipe: Pork Carnitas

Mexican Quinoa Salad With Chili Lime Vinaigrette

Easy Grilled Mexican Street Corn

Cinco de Mayo Churro Bar

Loaded queso fundido with crispy chorizo is the epitome of comfort food with a Mexican twist. The dish is meant for sharing, savoring, and celebrating.

Get your loved ones together, make this delicious cheesy dish, and see everyone at the table smiling.

This recipe will explode with flavor and is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy!

Loaded Queso Fundido With Crispy Chorizo Recipe:

Yield: Serves 8

Loaded Queso Fundido With Crispy Chorizo

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Melted cheese topped with delicious crispy chorizo is the perfect way to start a meal. This loaded queso fundido is a fan favorite.

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Ingredients

• 1 pound ground chorizo
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 2 cups Chihuahua Cheese
• 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese
• 1/2 cup salsa verde

Toppings:

• 5 Roma tomatoes, seeds removed and diced small
• 1/4 cup red onion, diced small
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon jalapeno, diced small
• 1 lime, juiced
• salt to taste
• 4 green onions, chopped small
• 1/2 cup pickled red onion (recipe follows)
• cilantro to garnish
• jalapeños, sliced, to garnish

Instructions

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until it's browned and crispy, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
2. Once done, transfer the crispy chorizo to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease.
3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the cheese mixture.
4. Combine the cheeses, cream cheese and salsa verde in a mixing bowl.
5. In an oven-safe skillet or baking dish, spread a layer of the cheese mixture evenly across the bottom. Next, sprinkle the crispy chorizo evenly over the cheese layer. Reserve some chorizo for the top to garnish.
6. Repeat the layering process with another layer of the cheese mixture, followed by the crispy chorizo.
7. Place the skillet or baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top. You will need to stir half way through.
8. Remove the queso fundido from the oven, and let it cool slightly before serving.
9. Combine the tomato, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime and salt to taste in a small mixing bowl.
10. Make the pickled red onion (recipe follows).
11. Garnish with homemade pico and additional garnishes if desired.
12. Serve your loaded queso fundido with crispy chorizo alongside tortilla chips or warm tortillas for the ultimate dipping experience.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 409Total Fat: 34gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 833mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 20g