Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole
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4.7
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole
Description
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole begins with boneless, skinless chicken breasts seasoned with garlic powder, topped with softened cream cheese, then layered with fresh jalapeño strips and grated sharp cheddar. Fresh jalapeños add spice, with the option to remove seeds for a milder dish. The casserole is baked at 375˚F for 40-45 minutes, with crumbled crispy bacon added in the final five minutes.
The combination creates a rich, creamy texture from the cheese balanced by the tender baked chicken and the heat of the jalapeños. Bacon adds a smoky crunch, rounding out the flavors. Cooking until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F ensures proper doneness.
It pairs naturally with sides like potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a baked potato, making for a filling meal with familiar textures. Adjusting jalapeño seeds controls the spice level to suit preferences.
Leftover casserole stores well in airtight containers for 3-4 days refrigerated or can be frozen for up to a month. Cutting chicken into smaller pieces before baking can ease portioning and reduce cooking time.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast boneless skinless, (about 3-4 chicken breasts)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 pound jalapeno pepper fresh, about 5-6 peppers
- 4 oz cheddar cheese grated, sharp
- 1/2 cup Bacon crumbled, crispy
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F
- Lay chicken breasts flat in a casserole dish. Season them with the garlic powder then spread the cream cheese over them evenly.
- Wash the jalapeño peppers and then cut the tops off. Remove the seeds and stems if you want it milder, or leave some if you want more spice, then cut the peppers into strips and lay them on top of the cream cheese then sprinkle the cheddar cheese over top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, remove from oven 5 minutes before cooking is complete and sprinkle with bacon then return for the remaining cook time. Chicken is done when cooked through to an internal temperature of 165˚F.
- Serve warm with a side of potatoes, veggies, or a baked potato. Enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe fits gluten-free and low-carb diets naturally.
- Using chicken tenderloins or cut chicken chunks can reduce cooking time and simplify serving.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to one month.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4oz chicken + toppings | |
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 133mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 976mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 0mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.7
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