Double-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Jalapeño Poppers
Double-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Jalapeño Poppers are spicy, creamy, and cheesy appetizers made with fresh jalapeños stuffed with a bold buffalo chicken and cream cheese mixture, then topped with melty mozzarella. Perfect for parties, game day, or anytime you crave a fiery snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 poppers
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 12 fresh jalapeños, halved and seeds removed
- 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
- Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, cheddar cheese, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture generously into each jalapeño half, slightly mounding on top.
- Top each stuffed jalapeño with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, until jalapeños are tender and cheese is melted and golden.
- Cool slightly, garnish with green onions if desired, and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Notes
- Use blue cheese crumbles in the filling for extra tang.
- Wrap stuffed jalapeños with bacon before baking for added flavor.
- Leave some seeds for more heat or use mini bell peppers for a milder option.
- Air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes as an alternative method.
- Assemble up to a day ahead and refrigerate before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
