DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy
SERVES:
4
COURSE:
Appetizer
CUISINE:
American
DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy
SERVES:
4
COURSE:
Appetizer
CUISINE:
American
Cheesy BBQ Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos
Cheesy BBQ Chicken Stuffed Jalapeños are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer! Tender, shredded chicken is blended with rich cream cheese, tangy barbecue sauce, and sharp cheddar, then stuffed into spicy jalapeño halves. Topped with a crispy panko breadcrumb crust, these bite-sized delights are baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for game days, parties, or any occasion that calls for a flavorful snack.
Cheesy BBQ Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos
Cheesy BBQ Chicken Stuffed Jalapeños are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer! Tender, shredded chicken is blended with rich cream cheese, tangy barbecue sauce, and sharp cheddar, then stuffed into spicy jalapeño halves. Topped with a crispy panko breadcrumb crust, these bite-sized delights are baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for game days, parties, or any occasion that calls for a flavorful snack.
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Serves:
4
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
INGREDIENTS
12 medium jalapeño peppers
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
6 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1/3 cup bottled barbecue sauce
1 12.5-ounce can Chunk Chicken Breast, drained well
1 green onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
1 teaspoon olive oil
INGREDIENTS
12 medium jalapeño peppers
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
6 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1/3 cup bottled barbecue sauce
1 12.5-ounce can Chunk Chicken Breast, drained well
1 green onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
1 teaspoon olive oil
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and membrane. Place sliced jalapeños on prepared sheet pan, cut side up. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cream cheese, half (3 ounces) of the shredded cheddar, and the barbecue sauce. Stir in green onions and chicken and mix until well combined. In a small bowl, drizzle panko with 1 teaspoon olive oil and stir to moisten crumbs. Fill each pepper generously with the cheese and chicken mixture. Sprinkle remaining 3 ounces of shredded Cheddar evenly over stuffed peppers and top with panko crumbs. Bake the stuffed jalapeños at 400°F for 15 minutes or until the crumb topping is golden and the cheese begins to brown. Serve immediately.
ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: ~1,285 kcal
Protein: ~101 g
Fat: ~73 g
Carbohydrates: ~51 g
Fiber: ~4 g
Sodium: ~2,000–2,500 mg
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and membrane. Place sliced jalapeños on prepared sheet pan, cut side up. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cream cheese, half (3 ounces) of the shredded cheddar, and the barbecue sauce. Stir in green onions and chicken and mix until well combined. In a small bowl, drizzle panko with 1 teaspoon olive oil and stir to moisten crumbs. Fill each pepper generously with the cheese and chicken mixture. Sprinkle remaining 3 ounces of shredded Cheddar evenly over stuffed peppers and top with panko crumbs. Bake the stuffed jalapeños at 400°F for 15 minutes or until the crumb topping is golden and the cheese begins to brown. Serve immediately.
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ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: ~1,285 kcal
Protein: ~101 g
Fat: ~73 g
Carbohydrates: ~51 g
Fiber: ~4 g
Sodium: ~2,000–2,500 mg