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Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms (Low Carb)

Published: Feb 6, 2021 · Modified: Dec 30, 2023 by Christina Koncker · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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These keto-friendly Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms swap nuts for bread crumbs to make an amazing low-carb appetizer that everyone will love. 

I adore a stuffed mushroom. It seems like such an elevated appetizer, but it’s quite approachable. And it involves the use of cream cheese, which is almost always a guarantee of deliciousness. 

They are also incredibly versatile. I was feeling chorizo when I came up with this recipe for Keto Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms. Chorizo has such a lively, bold flavor that using it as a stuffed mushroom filling means your seasoning is done for you. I recommend using high-quality chorizo - I picked my chorizo up locally from an Eastern European Deli called Kramarczuk’s. 

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Keto Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms

What is the secret to perfectly cooked stuffed mushrooms?

I’ve tried many a stuffed mushroom recipe, and if a recipe promises perfectly cooked mushrooms without instructing you do to this one thing you’ll be disappointed with the results. 

Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms with Cream Cheese

This is THE SECRET to perfect stuffed mushrooms baked in the oven.

You MUST microwave steam your ‘shrooms. Say what now!? The key to perfectly baked stuffed mushrooms is you have to steam them in the microwave first. This softens them up and speeds up the baking process. If a recipe tells you that you only need to bake your stuffed mushrooms for 10 minutes (no pre-streaming instructed), you’re going to be cooking those bastards for a half-hour until they are finally done. And by then your filling will be overcooked. And you’ll be hangry and wishing you could have the last hour of your life back.

Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms with Cream Cheeze

Do not skip the pre-microwave steam step!

Arrange your mushrooms on a plate, leaving space between each cap. I recommend doing this by size, as larger mushrooms will require a longer steaming time. Cover with three layers of damp paper towels, then microwave for around 2 minutes for smaller mushrooms, 3 minutes for larger mushrooms. Do this and you’re stuffed mushrooms will turn out fantastic every time. 

How to Make Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms?

Why just a handful of ingredients will do! To make this stuffed mushrooms with chorizo recipe you will need:

INGREDIENTS  

  • 1 16-ounce package stuffing mushrooms
  • ½ pound chorizo good quality
  • 1 8-ounce package cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese grate it!
  • ¼ cup crushed salted and roasted pecans
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

How to Make Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms

INSTRUCTIONS 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cook the chorizo and garlic (optional) in a pan over medium heat, for 5-7 minutes, until fully cooked. Strain the chorizo over paper towels to remove the excess grease. Set aside.
  • Remove the stems from each mushroom and wipe any dirt away with a paper towel. Separate mushrooms into two groups, by size. This will ensure that the mushrooms get the proper amount of steaming time in the microwave before baking.
  • Arrange the smaller mushrooms on a plate, cap side down (gill side up), and cover with three layers of damp paper towels. Microwave for 2 minutes. Remove and place upside down to let any excess water drain off.
  • Arrange the large mushrooms on a plate, cap side down (gill side up), and cover with three layers of damp paper towels. Microwave for 3 minutes. Remove and place upside down to let any excess water drain off.
  • Add cream cheese and pecans to a bowl and mix until well combined. Add the strained chorizo and mix until well combined.
  • Take a bit of the cream cheese mixture and add it to each mushroom cap. I like to add a generous amount and stuff each mushroom by hand.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, middle rack of oven.
  • Remove from oven. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Add a pinch of shredded cheese to each stuffed mushroom.
  • Put back in the oven on the top rack for 3-4 minutes, until cheese has just melted. Let cool for 2 minutes.
Low Carb Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed Mushroom Suggested Substitutions

The above-mentioned ingredients are what my Chorizo and Cheese Stuffed Mushroom recipe calls for, but you could also use:

  • Pepper jack, mozarella, or other good melting cheese
  • Ground beef, seasoned to your liking
  • Walnuts or almonds

Remember, recipes are only guidelines :).

Stuffed Mushrooms with Chorizo and Cheese
How do I make Stuffed Mushrooms Low Carb or Keto Friendly?

Many stuffed mushroom recipes call for the use of breadcrumbs, which is a no-go if you are following a keto or low-carb diet. I swap out the breadcrumbs for crushed pecans, but walnuts would also be a good option. You don’t need to subscribe to any kind of diet to appreciate how delicious these Keto Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms are, for reals.

Can you Freeze Stuffed Mushrooms?

Nope. Don't do it. Frozen mushrooms are *really* only good for dishes where their shape or texture doesn't matter, like adding to soups or hot dishes (casseroles). Freezing mushrooms compromises their structure, texture, and flavor, and when thawed, they become mushy because of their high water content. So you're definitely not going to want to freeze stuffed mushrooms - make 'em with fresh mushrooms or not at all.

Can you make Stuffed Mushrooms ahead of time?

Not really. Since you are microwave steaming the mushrooms before assembling you'll want to bake them as soon as possible afterward. Steaming introduces more moisture into an already moist mushroom. The longer they sit after steaming, the more likely they will take on mushy qualities, and you don't want that.

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low carb chorizo stuffed mushrooms

Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms (Low Carb)

Christina Koncker
Microwave-steaming your mushrooms before baking is the key to perfectly cooked Keto Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms. 
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 14 minutes mins
Total Time 34 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 326 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 16-ounce package stuffing mushrooms
  • ½ pound chorizo good quality
  • 1 8-ounce package cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese grate it!
  • ¼ cup crushed salted and roasted pecans
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cook the chorizo and garlic (optional) in a pan over medium heat, for 5-7 minutes, until fully cooked. Strain the chorizo over paper towels to remove the excess grease. Set aside.
  • Remove the stems from each mushroom and wipe any dirt away with a paper towel. Separate mushrooms into two groups, by size. This will ensure that the mushrooms get the proper amount of steaming time in the microwave before baking.
  • Arrange the smaller mushrooms on a plate, cap side down (gill side up), and cover with three layers of damp paper towels. Microwave for 2 minutes. Remove and place upside down to let any excess water drain off.
  • Arrange the large mushrooms on a plate, cap side down (gill side up), and cover with three layers of damp paper towels. Microwave for 3 minutes. Remove and place upside down to let any excess water drain off.
  • Add cream cheese and pecans to a bowl and mix until well combined. Add the strained chorizo and mix until well combined.
  • Take a bit of the cream cheese mixture and add it to each mushroom cap. I like to add a generous amount and stuff each mushroom by hand.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, middle rack of oven.
  • Remove from oven. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Add a pinch of shredded cheese to each stuffed mushroom.
  • Put back in the oven on the top rack for 3-4 minutes, until cheese has just melted. Let cool for 2 minutes.

Notes

If you happen to have any leftover cream cheese chorizo mixture, spread it on a cracker or tortilla chip as a quick snack while you wait for the stuffed mushrooms to be done. 

Nutrition

Calories: 326kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 16gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 186mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 493IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 206mgIron: 1mg
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