Description
Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a creamy, spicy filling made from cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and jalapeños. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. With its vibrant flavors and satisfying textures, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings comfort and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each chicken pocket generously with the cheesy mixture.
- Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top of each stuffed chicken and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg