Jalapeo Chicken Poppers

Turn up the heat at your next gathering with these irresistible Jalapeño Chicken Poppers — a spicy, cheesy, and savory snack that’s bound to wow your guests! Fresh jalapeño peppers are halved, seeded, and filled with a rich and creamy mixture of cream cheese, shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and a hint of bold spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Each stuffed jalapeño is then wrapped in smoky, crispy bacon for the perfect bite-sized indulgence. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these poppers are the ultimate appetizer for game days, parties, or whenever you're craving something with a little kick. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a snack that’s as crowd-pleasing as it is easy to make. Perfect for those who love spicy finger foods, these Jalapeño Chicken Poppers are a must-try recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 whole Jalapeños
• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup (shredded) Cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 12 slices Bacon
• 1 as needed Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Wash the jalapeños and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membranes with a small spoon to reduce the heat level.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 4

Using a spoon, carefully stuff each jalapeño half with the cream cheese and chicken mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed among all halves.

Step 5

Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a slice of bacon. Secure the bacon with a toothpick if needed to prevent it from unraveling during baking.

Step 6

Place the prepared jalapeño poppers on the lined baking sheet. Lightly spray them with olive oil to help crisp up the bacon.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese filling is bubbling.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these spicy, cheesy bites with your favorite dipping sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1186.9 grams (1186.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2196

Total Fat 155.10g	199%
Saturated Fat 78.40g	392%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.20g
Cholesterol 561mg	187%
Sodium 4592mg	200%
Total Carbohydrate 69.50g	25%
Dietary Fiber 17.20g	61%
Total Sugars 28.50g
Protein 134.10g	268%

Vitamin D 15IU	77%
Calcium 782mg	60%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2612mg	56%

*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: 63.2%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 12.6%