Green Tex Mex Stuffing

Give your holiday table a zesty twist with this Green Tex Mex Stuffing, a bold and flavorful fusion of classic comfort and Southwestern flair. Loaded with vibrant ingredients like jalapeños, green chilies, sweet corn, and fresh cilantro, this cornbread stuffing brings a spicy kick that's balanced by aromatic cumin, chili powder, and buttery sautéed onions. Infused with vegetable broth for a perfectly moist texture and optionally topped with melty pepper jack cheese, this dish comes together beautifully with just the right crisp in the oven. Perfect as a side for festive feasts or as a standalone casserole, this easy-to-make recipe is a must-try for lovers of Tex-Mex cuisine. Whether you're spicing up Thanksgiving or shaking up your weeknight meals, Green Tex Mex Stuffing delivers bold flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 small jalapeño peppers, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup green chilies, diced (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 5 cups cornbread, cubed and slightly dried
• 1.5 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and jalapeños, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped cilantro, green chilies, corn kernels, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring to combine the flavors.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed cornbread with the vegetable mixture from the skillet.

Step 6

Pour the vegetable broth over the cornbread mixture a little at a time, gently folding everything together until the cornbread is moistened but not soggy.

Step 7

If using shredded pepper jack cheese, fold it into the mixture or sprinkle it on top for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and crisp.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and enjoy your Green Tex Mex Stuffing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2554.4 grams (2554.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5295

Total Fat 183.50g	235%
Saturated Fat 70.60g	353%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.50g
Cholesterol 472mg	157%
Sodium 12388mg	539%
Total Carbohydrate 827.70g	301%
Dietary Fiber 50.90g	182%
Total Sugars 155.50g
Protein 119.80g	240%

Vitamin D 33IU	165%
Calcium 2266mg	174%
Iron 36mg	202%
Potassium 4251mg	90%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.4%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 60.8%