Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 45 mins Serves: 7
These buffalo chicken jalapeno poppers are the perfect party appetizer. Spicy, easy to make and delicious. Serve them on game day or any day of the week. They are easy to grab and enjoy. If you love a little spice, then you will love this simple recipe.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Jalapeno Poppers:
6-7 large jalapeños, sliced in half and deseeded
1.5 cups Smart Chicken Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, boiled and shredded, about 1 breast
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup ranch dressing
⅓ cup buffalo sauce, Frank's Red Hot
For the Lime Crema Sauce:
¼ cup light sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh squeezed
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons green onion , chopped for garnish
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper, set it aside.
In a small mixing bowl, combine light sour cream, fresh squeezed lime juice, pinch of salt and minced garlic. Mix well, cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve the poppers.
Boil a pot of water, add the chicken breast. Boil until the chicken reaches 165 degrees internal temperature. Remove and set aside to cool.
Slice the jalapenos in half and remove seeds. In a mixing bowl, add the warm chicken and shred it using two forks. Make sure the pieces are small. You might need to use poultry scissors to cut it into small pieces.
Next, add the cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix until well combined. Using a spoon, add the buffalo chicken mixture to the jalapenos. Line them on the prepared baking tray. Once they’re filled, bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove from the oven, place on a serving platter. Top with chopped green onion and a drizzle of lime crema. Serve hot and enjoy.