Description
Spicy jalapeño popper stuffed chicken is a flavorful dish combining tender chicken with a creamy, cheesy filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the cheese mixture.
- Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño amount based on spice preference.
- Use gloves when handling jalapeños.
- Serve with a side of ranch or sour cream for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg