Jalapeño Popper Chicken: A Spicy Twist on Comfort Food

This Jalapeño Popper Chicken is a delightful dish blending creamy cheese and zesty jalapeños for a comforting experience.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts.

For the Filling

8 ounces Cream Cheese Soften before mixing.
2 medium Jalapeños Remove seeds for less heat.
1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded for easy melting.

For the Topping

4 slices Bacon Cooked and crumbled.
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For crunch.
2 tablespoons Butter Melted.

Spices

1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

Oven
skillet
mixing bowl
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish.
In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, chopped jalapeños, shredded cheddar cheese, and spices.
Sear chicken thighs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Spread the cream cheese mixture over each seared chicken thigh.
Sprinkle cooked bacon over the filling, then top with panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be made lighter by using less or no bacon and substituting with vegetables or other proteins as desired.

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