Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos

There’s nothing quite like a delicious chicken stuffed jalapeno recipe to get your taste buds tingling. As you bite into the crispy outer coating, and then into the soft, cheesy chicken filling, you’ll be in for a real treat.

These spicy treats are the perfect appetizer for any party, and they’re always a hit with guests.

If you’re looking for a recipe that will wow your taste buds, look no further than this chicken stuffed jalapeno recipe. It’s easy to follow and the end result is mouth-watering good.

So get ready to roll up your sleeves and get cooking.

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Are stuffed jalapenos healthy?

For the most part, yes they are healthy! The major point is what you put inside the pepper. The chicken in this dish does provide protein.

Are there variations for this recipe?

There are always variations for all recipes. It depends on the person and what they like. This recipe, you can change the chicken into ground Turkey, you could use Sausage if you chose. You could also use a different variety of cheese instead of cream cheese.

What should I serve with stuffed jalapenos?

I usually serve a guacamole dip, ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing. As for actual sides or main dishes, fried chicken pairs well, or even sliders of some type.

Ingredients

• Jalapeno peppers
• Cream cheese softened
• Cheddar cheese shredded
• Salsa
• Cumin
• Salt
• Shredded chicken
• Chili powder

How To Make Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2. I added 1 cup of Shredded chicken to a mixing bowl.

Step 3. Then, add 1 cup of cheddar cheese shredded.

Step 4. Then, add 4oz of cream cheese softened.

Step 5. Start adding the seasonings by adding 1 ½ tsp of chili powder.

Step 6. Then, add 1 ½ tsp of cumin.

Step 7. Then, add ¼ tsp of salt.

Step 8. Finally, add 2 tbsp. of salsa.

Step 9. Stir to combine well.

Step 10. Stuff the jalapeno halves with the filling mixture and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 11. Then fill them with the filling mixture.

Step 12. Bake for 15-20 minutes and serve.

Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 24 jalapenos

When it comes to cooking up a delicious Mexican feast, there's nothing quite like chicken stuffed jalapenos. These spicy treats are the perfect appetizer for any party, and they're always a hit with guests.

4.41 from 10 votes

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Ingredients 

• 12 Jalapeno peppers cut in half lengthwise and deseeded
• 4 oz. Cream cheese softened
• 1 C. Cheddar cheese shredded
• 2 Tbsp. Salsa
• 1 ½ tsp. Cumin
• ¼ tsp. Salt
• 1 C. Shredded chicken
• 1 ½ tsp. Chili powder

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Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
• Add all of the ingredients except for the jalapenos to a mixing bowl, and stir to combine well.
• Stuff the jalapeno halves with the filling mixture and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes and serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 48kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 90mg | Sugar: 1g

Author: Marta

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Can I make these peppers ahead of time?

Sure, prepare as usual, however, do not bake until you will be serving them. Instead, wrap the baking shit in plastic and place them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

How do I store the leftovers?

Once cooled completely to room temperature, they can be placed into an airtight container or wrapped with plastic and placed into the refrigerator. They will last for up to 4 days. You could freeze them for up to 4 months.

How do I reheat these jalapenos?

They can be placed on a baking tray and reheated in a preheated 350* oven. You could also reheat in the microwave for a few minutes.

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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken – The chicken was tender and the sauce was amazing! Great combination!