Description

These Stuffed Banana Peppers are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer—filled with spicy chorizo, creamy goat cheese, and fresh herbs, then broiled to golden perfection. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or weeknight snacks, they’re quick to make, packed with bold flavor, and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

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5 mild banana peppers, halved and seeded (approx. 300 g / 10.5 oz)
225 g chorizo sausage / ½ lb
225 g goat cheese / 8 oz
15 g fresh basil, chopped / ¼ cup loosely packed
10 g fresh chives, chopped / 2 tbsp
30 g Italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs / 2 tbsp (for sprinkling)
1 tsp paprika (2 g)
Cooking spray

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Instructions

Preheat the broiler on high.
Remove chorizo from casings and cook in a skillet over medium heat for 5–6 minutes until browned.
Transfer chorizo to a bowl and let cool slightly.
Mix in goat cheese, basil, and chives until creamy.
Stuff each banana pepper half with the mixture.
Arrange on a foil-lined baking sheet.
Top with panko and a sprinkle of paprika.
Lightly spray with cooking spray.
Broil for 3–4 minutes until tops are golden and bubbly.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling peppers if sensitive to capsaicin.

Add a little chorizo grease to the filling for deeper flavor.

Substitute cream cheese or ricotta if goat cheese is too strong.

Use mini bell peppers as an alternative.

Can be made ahead and broiled just before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6minutes
Category: Appetizer / Finger Food
Method: Broiling
Cuisine: American