Description
Jalapeño popper chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly blends creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and juicy chicken for a comfort food experience like no other. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With its irresistible flavors and colorful presentation, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- ½ cup bacon bits
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, bacon bits, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets and stuff generously with the cheese mixture. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Place stuffed chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with sliced green onions.
- Serve with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg