Bacon or No bacon is the big question! These famous appetizers go by many names, like jalapeno poppers, jalapeno bites or stuffed jalapeno peppers. The simple ingredients for these stuffed Jalapenos are endless. “Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers: Easy Recipe with Peppers”
What are stuffed jalapeno peppers or jalapeno poppers?
This is a simple appetizer recipe of fresh jalapenos stuffed with any kinds of cheese, spices and meat. Then the poppers are fried or baked until they are golden brown.
Does bacon go on jalapeno poppers?
This is a popular question. Some individuals like their poppers with a slice of bacon or bacon bits on top of each stuffed jalapeno. There is no wrong way to make these popular appetizers.
What kind of cheese goes in stuffed jalapeno peppers or jalapeno poppers?
- cheddar cheese
- parmesan cheese
- goat cheese
- rich cream cheese
- feta cheese
- mozzarella cheese
- pepper jack cheese
IMPORTANT TIP!
Be sure to wear disposable gloves when you are cutting up the hot peppers. Cutting up peppers without gloves your fingers may burn even after scrubbing them with soap and cold water.
What meat goes in stuffed peppers or jalapeno poppers?
- canned white chicken breast
- crispy bacon
- browned ground beef
Jalapeno poppers are a great make-ahead appetizer for game day during the football season. Or birthday parties, bridal showers, baby showers, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
What can I dip jalapeno poppers in?
- ranch dressing
- sour cream
- blue cheese dressing
- barbecue sauce
Popular toppings for jalapeno peppers
- crispy bacon
- black olives
- chopped green onion
- fresh chives
What ingredients are in this easy jalapeño poppers recipe?
- choose peppers: jalapeno peppers or hot peppers or bell peppers or sweet peppers
- shredded cheese – any type of cheese will work
- tangy cream cheese
- slices of bacon or bacon bites – thick cut bacon doesn’t crisp up as quickly as thin sliced bacon
- meat – chicken breast or browned ground beef
Jalapeno popper Q&A
How do I cook stuffed jalapeno poppers? Jalapeno poppers can be cooked in the oven, deep fryer or an air fryer.
Do stuffed jalapeno poppers have bacon? Poppers can be made with bacon or without bacon. A slice of bacon can be wrapped around each pepper or crispy bacon pieces can be added to the top of the cream cheese mixture that fill the peppers.
How do you know when stuffed jalapeño poppers are ready? Once the peppers are ready they will be soft. You can take a fork and check to see if the peppers are soft.
What goes in stuffed jalapeño peppers? There are so many options to the ingredients that go into jalapeno poppers. Start with rich cream cheese, shredded cheese and add your favorite seasonings or ingredients. I love canned chicken breast in my poppers, but the cream cheese filling options are endless. Here are a few ideas for your jalapeno recipe:
- bacon or bacon bits
- green onions
- bread crumbs – sprinkled on top to give the pepper some crunch
- different seasonings: chili powder, garlic powder or onion powder
- different kinds of cheese: sharp cheese or pepper jack cheese
Why are my jalapeño peppers not spicy? The heat is in the age of the peppers and not the seeds. The older jalapenos (spicy peppers) will have white stress lines or specks on the green flesh of the pepper. The younger jalapenos will have no white lines and the flesh will be green and shiny.
Do jalapeños get hotter when they are red? YES! The older jalapenos will have white stress lines or specks on the green flesh of the pepper. The younger jalapenos will have no white lines and the flesh will be green and shiny.
Do I remove seeds from jalapeño peppers? I do remove the seeds, but the heat of a pepper is not in the seeds.
Can you eat stuffed jalapeño poppers the next day? Yes, jalapeno poppers will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
What to eat with stuffed jalapeños? Jalapeno poppers can be a main dish or a side dish. A garden salad, veggies or a protein, like baked chicken all go with jalapeno poppers.
How long do cooked stuffed jalapeño peppers last in the fridge? Up to 5 days in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer.
Is it OK to freeze jalapeño peppers? Yes, you can freeze jalapeno poppers up to 3 months.
How do you reheat stuffed jalapeno peppers? I reheat my poppers in the microwave, but they could be reheated in the oven.
How long do you cook jalapeno peppers in an air fryer? Cook at 370 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
Do you flip stuffed jalapeno poppers in air fryer? Flip them halfway thru cooking.
Do I cut the jalapeno pepper in half or cook a whole jalapeno? You can make these both ways by slicing the pepper in half or just slicing off the top of each pepper.
What kind of peppers do I buy for poppers? For jalapeno poppers buy fresh jalapenos, but you can also make stuffed bell peppers. Stuff either peppers with the tangy cream cheese mixture and bake.
Are stuffed jalapeno poppers keto friendly? Yes, this recipe is keto friendly with less than a couple net carbs each.
How do I make stuffed jalapeno poppers or bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers?
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- Preheat oven to 350 degrees f
- Spray pan with olive oil (or cooking oil) or place a sheet of parchment paper on the cookie sheet
- In a small bowl, add a can of drained chicken, cream cheese and shredded cheese
- Combine all ingredients together
- First thing AND the most important step – place disposable gloves onto hands
- Take whole jalapeños and cut each pepper into jalapeño halves, scoop out the seeds and inner membranes
- Take a small spoon and spread the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeño half
- Optional step – wrap each jalapeno half with a piece of bacon
- Place a single layer of peppers onto a baking sheet
- Place baking sheet into the preheated oven
- Cooking time can vary, approximately 40-45 minutes or until peppers are golden brown
- Remove poppers from baking sheet and place them on a paper towel or wire rack
Are hot peppers all the same?
Jalapenos peppers will vary on their heat level. I never know how hot they will be. However, after doing a little research, I have found that the older jalapenos are hotter. The older jalapenos will have white stress lines, white membrane or specks on the green flesh of the pepper. The younger jalapenos have little heat, plus no white lines and the flesh will be green and shiny.
Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers
Best Jalapeno poppers ever with only 5 ingredients.
Ingredients
- 10 large jalapeno peppers
- 1 12.5oz can of chicken (drained)
- 1 8oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp shredded cheese
- 10 slices of bacon cut 1/2
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees f
- Spray pan with olive oil (or cooking oil) or place a sheet of parchment paper on the cookie sheet
- In a small bowl, add a can of drained chicken, cream cheese and shredded cheese
- Combine all ingredients together
- First thing AND the most important step – place disposable gloves onto hands
- Take whole jalapeños and cut each pepper into jalapeño halves, scoop out the seeds and inner membranes
- Take a small spoon and spread the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeño half
- Optional step - wrap each jalapeno half with a piece of bacon
- Place a single layer of peppers onto a baking sheet
- Place baking sheet into the preheated oven
- Cooking time can vary, approximately 40-45 minutes or until peppers are golden brown
- Remove poppers from baking sheet and place them on a paper towel or wire rack
How do I store leftover jalapeno bites, jalapeno poppers or jalapeno peppers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container, freezer bag or plastic wrap covered dish and place into the refrigerator for up to 5 days or the freezer for up to 3 months. When you are ready to cook, place leftovers out until they are room temperature and reheat in oven.
A great way to serve these appetizers is to make them ahead of time and bake later.
Homemade jalapeno poppers are an easy appetizer for your next party or football season game day. Plus, all of the ingredients can be purchased at your local grocery store. Serve with jalapeño popper dip, tortilla chips, potato chips, dips or any other party snacks.
“Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers: Easy Recipe with Peppers”
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