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Double-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Jalapeño Poppers Recipe

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  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 20 poppers
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Double-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Jalapeño Poppers are spicy, cheesy, and loaded with creamy buffalo chicken filling—baked until golden and perfect for game day, parties, or anytime you want a bold, flavor-packed appetizer.


Ingredients

  • 10 fresh jalapeños, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
  • 1½ cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 6 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup buffalo sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Green onions or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional Toppings & Add-ins:
  • Crumbled blue cheese
  • Ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing, for serving
  • Breadcrumbs or puff pastry for extra crunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes (leave some if more heat is desired).

  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully combined.

  4. Fill each jalapeño half generously with the buffalo chicken mixture.

  5. Place filled jalapeños on the baking sheet and top with additional shredded cheese, if desired.

  6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until jalapeños are tender and filling is golden and bubbly.

  7. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley and serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing.


Notes

  • Make ahead tip: Assemble poppers and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • For extra crisp texture, broil during the last 2–3 minutes of baking.
  • Control spice level by removing more seeds or swapping in mini sweet peppers.
  • Grill option: Cook on a grill-safe tray over medium heat for 10–15 minutes with the lid closed.