Best 2 Chicken Jalapeño Popper Melt Recipes

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our collection of Chicken Jalapeño Popper Melt recipes, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. These delectable dishes seamlessly blend the spicy kick of jalapeños, the richness of melted cheese, and the savory goodness of chicken, resulting in an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Whether you prefer a classic sandwich, a comforting casserole, or a crispy quesadilla, our diverse range of recipes caters to every palate and cooking skill level. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the depths of flavor and creativity with our Chicken Jalapeño Popper Melt extravaganza.

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CHICKEN JALAPENO POPPER CASSEROLE

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

Three 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 jalapeno peppers, stemmed, halved and seeded
6 slices thick-cut bacon
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 cup fried jalapenos, such as French's Crispy Jalapenos
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Place the chicken breasts on one half of a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with the chili powder, cumin and some salt and pepper. Place the jalapeno peppers on the other half of the same baking sheet. Drizzle them with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
On a second baking sheet, lay the bacon slices out in a single layer. Put both baking sheets into the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy, about 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, mix the cream cheese, Cheddar, sour cream, chicken stock and paprika together in a mixing bowl.
Transfer the bacon and chicken to a cutting board. Dice the chicken and chop the bacon. Add all of the diced chicken to the cream cheese mixture along with half of the chopped bacon. Stir together until well mixed.
Transfer half of the chicken mixture to an 8-inch square casserole dish. Arrange half of the roasted jalapenos on top of the chicken mixture. Top with the remaining chicken mixture followed by the rest of the roasted jalapenos.
In a separate bowl, mix together the fried jalapenos, breadcrumbs and the remaining bacon. Toss with the melted butter until evenly mixed. Sprinkle the top of the casserole with the breadcrumb mixture. Bake until bubbly and golden, 25 to 27 minutes.

JALAPENO POPPER CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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This Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole is super comforting. It's rich and cheesy, and it has just a bit of heat from the jalapenos. It's a perfect way to use up leftover chicken or turkey, too. -Kerry Whitaker, Carthage, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
6 green onions, chopped
6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
4 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°. Arrange Tater tots in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, jalapeno peppers, garlic salt and pepper. Stir in half each of the chicken, Mexican cheese blend, bacon and green onions. Arrange chicken over Tater tots. Top with cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with remaining Mexican cheese blend, green onions and bacon. Cover and bake until heated through, 20-25 minutes. If desired, top with additional sour cream and jalapeno slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701 calories, Fat 53g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 1648mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips:

For a crispier sandwich, use a flavorful bread and spread mayonnaise on the outsides before grilling.
If you don't have any cream cheese on hand, you can substitute sour cream or Greek yogurt.
For a vegetarian version, use sliced grilled vegetables instead of chicken.
To make ahead of time, assemble the sandwiches and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before grilling.
Serve the sandwiches with your favorite sides, such as chips, salad, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

The Chicken Jalapeño Popper Melt is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its creamy, cheesy filling and crispy bread, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new sandwich recipe, give this one a try!