Best 4 Ham And Cheese Jalapeno Poppers Recipes

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**Ham and Cheese Jalapeño Poppers: A Spicy and Savory Delight**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Ham and Cheese Jalapeño Poppers, a delectable appetizer or snack that is sure to ignite your taste buds. This recipe offers two irresistible variations: a classic version made with a creamy cheese filling and crispy bacon, and a spicy rendition featuring a zesty buffalo chicken filling. Both variations are wrapped in flavorful jalapeño peppers and coated in a golden-brown breadcrumb crust. The result is a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and crunch that will leave you craving more. Whether you prefer the classic combination of ham and cheese or the bold kick of buffalo chicken, these poppers are guaranteed to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your senses and leave you wanting more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM AND CHEESE PEPPER POPPERS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 16 poppers

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 jarred sweet piquante peppers, such as Peppadew
2 Cheddar cheese sticks
2 slices deli ham
About 3 cups canola oil, for frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pat the peppers dry with a paper towel and set aside.
  • Wrap each cheese stick with a slice of ham, then slice the wrapped sticks into approximately 1/2-inch cubes. Stuff the wrapped cheese cubes into the peppers.
  • Heat the oil in a medium heavy-bottomed pot to 350 degrees F.
  • Set up a breading station using pie pans or plates. Put the flour in the first pie pan, then whisk together the egg and 2 tablespoons water in the second pie pan. In the third, mix together the panko, salt and pepper. Run each stuffed pepper through the breading station: lightly coat in the flour, dip in the egg wash and thoroughly coat in the panko.
  • Fry the peppers in batches in the hot oil until the breading is lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel. Serve hot.

BAKED CREAM CHEESE JALAPENO POPPERS



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After a number of unsatisfactory attempts at making deep-fried poppers, I modified a recipe by Emeril that is much easier than frying and everyone in our family agrees that these are at least as good as -- if not better than -- any fried poppers they have had! We love hot peppers and always make a lot of these from the ones we grow in our garden every year.

Provided by SANDYBREIT

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Jalapeno Popper Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese
1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix
12 jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
2 tablespoons fine bread crumbs, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  • Blend cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and taco seasoning together in a bowl; spread into jalapeno halves and arrange onto prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the cheese filling.
  • Bake until the peppers are just tender, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 30.7 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 204.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

JALAPEñO POPPERS



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There are many delicious versions of jalapeño poppers: Some are breaded and deep-fried, others use two kinds of cheese, and another, called armadillo eggs, calls for enrobing the cheese-stuffed peppers with ground meat and bacon. These easy-baked poppers are filled with tangy cream cheese - brightened with scallions, cilantro, garlic and lime zest - then wrapped with bacon for looks, salt and crunch. For a vegetarian variation, sprinkle the stuffed jalapeños with finely crumbled tortilla chips before baking to complement the crisp-tender chiles and the molten-cheese filling.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     snack, finger foods, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 24 poppers

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 medium jalapeños (no longer than 3 inches each, about 2/3 pound total)
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Scant 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
3 scallions, whites and greens parts, trimmed and very thinly sliced (about 1/4 cup)
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 lime, zested (about 1/2 teaspoon), optional
Kosher salt and black pepper
12 thin slices uncooked bacon (thick-cut bacon won't cook as evenly), halved crosswise

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil, then top with a wire rack.
  • Halve jalapeños lengthwise. (Do your best to halve them through their stems for added visual appeal.) Using the tip of a small spoon, scoop out and discard the seeds. Set the halved jalapeños aside.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, cilantro, scallions, garlic and lime zest, if using; season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Season the inside of each halved jalapeño with salt and pepper, then fill each with about 2 teaspoons of the cream cheese mixture. (Fill until there's a slight dome on top.) Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with 1 piece of bacon, setting one tip of bacon on top of the cream cheese filling, then wrapping the bacon under and over the popper at an angle, so the bacon covers the filling on top in two layers. (The bacon will shrink as it cooks, so you want to make sure the top of the popper is well covered.) Arrange poppers evenly on the wire rack, nestling each popper between two parallel wires to keep it upright so the cream cheese doesn't spill during baking.
  • Transfer to the oven, and bake until bacon is cooked through, about 25 minutes. Broil on the rack closest to the broiler until crisp, about 2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm.

CHEESY HAM POTATO BAKE



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I have been told by several people that this could possibly be the best thing they ever tasted!! A delicious and easy casserole your kids will beg you to make!! Cheese, ham, and hash browns make this a dish even your pickiest eater will like!

Provided by Heather Gray

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (30 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 (12 ounce) package pre-cooked ham steak, diced
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
1 onion, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
½ cup butter, melted
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir hash browns, ham, Cheddar cheese, onion, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and butter in a large bowl; season with salt and black pepper. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove foil and continue baking until brown, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 63.2 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 730.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • To make the perfect poppers, choose fresh, flavorful ingredients. Look for ripe, juicy tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and firm, sweet corn.
  • If you like your poppers with a bit of a kick, add some chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper to the filling.
  • For a gooey, melted cheese center, use a combination of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  • To prevent the poppers from sticking to the pan, grease it lightly with cooking spray or melted butter.
  • Bake the poppers until the filling is hot and bubbly and the tops are golden brown.
  • Serve the poppers immediately, while they're hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Ham and cheese jalapeño poppers are a delicious, easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With their creamy, cheesy filling and crispy outer shell, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give these ham and cheese jalapeño poppers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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