Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos
Chicken Stuffed Jalapeños are made with fresh jalapeños filled with a creamy mixture of shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, and warm spices, then baked until tender and lightly golden.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- ¼ tsp salt
- 12 medium jalapeños halved lengthwise and seeded
- 1¼ tsp chili seasoning optional
- 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
- 1½ tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
Instructions
Prepare the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and set aside.
Prepare the Jalapeños
- Slice the jalapeños lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Arrange them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Prepare the Filling
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, ground cumin, salt, and optional chili seasoning. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
Add the Chicken
- Gently fold the shredded chicken into the cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
Stuff the Jalapeños
- Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the filling into each jalapeño half, filling evenly without overfilling.
Bake
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the jalapeños are tender and the filling is hot and lightly golden.
Serve
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free when prepared with certified gluten-free salsa, shredded cheese, and chili seasoning. Always verify ingredient labels to ensure no gluten-containing additives are present.