Easy Jalapeño Poppers

Name: Easy Jalapeño Poppers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 10 large jalapeños; 8 ounces cream cheese (softened at room temperature); 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese; 6 strips bacon (cooked crispy); 3 tablespoons thinly sliced chives (plus more for garnish); 2 garlic cloves (minced); ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Prep 20 min Cook 20 min Serves 10 Source

Ingredients

10 large jalapeños
8 ounces cream cheese (softened at room temperature)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 strips bacon (cooked crispy)
3 tablespoons thinly sliced chives (plus more for garnish)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps

1
Deseed the peppers. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the jalapeño peppers in half, and use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds and membrane. Place them on a baking sheet and set aside.
2
Make the filling. To a medium mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, 4 strips of cooked and crumbled bacon, chives, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir together until well combined.
3
Fill the peppers. Use a spoon to scoop a portion of the filling and fill the jalapeño peppers.
4
Bake the peppers. Bake the jalapeño peppers for 15 to 20 minutes, until they're lightly golden on top. Garnish the tops with the remaining 2 pieces of cooked and finely crumbled bacon, and extra chives. Serve while warm.