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Best Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers for Game Day

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These buffalo chicken stuffed jalapeño poppers are the ultimate game day snack, featuring a creamy, tangy buffalo chicken filling wrapped in crispy bacon. They’re easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for any party or gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 10 fresh jalapeño peppers
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or finely chopped
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
  • 10 slices thin-cut bacon
  • 1 tablespoon ranch or blue cheese dressing (for the filling)
  • Optional garnish: chopped chives or green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or place a wire rack on top.
  2. Put on disposable gloves. Cut each jalapeño in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon to scrape out the seeds and white membranes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar, blue cheese (if using), and ranch or blue cheese dressing. Mix until well combined.
  4. Fill each jalapeño half with the chicken mixture, mounding it slightly.
  5. Cut each slice of bacon in half crosswise. Wrap one half-slice around the middle of each stuffed jalapeño, overlapping slightly. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the filling is hot and bubbly. For extra crispy bacon, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely.
  7. Let the poppers rest on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before handling.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with chopped chives or green onions if desired, and serve warm with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid burning your skin or eyes. Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing. Don’t overmix the filling. Cut bacon slices in half for perfect wrapping. Watch the broiler closely if using. Make ahead by assembling up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerating; add 5 minutes to baking time. For air fryer, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes. For milder poppers, use mini sweet peppers instead of jalapeños. For extra spice, leave some membrane in the peppers or add cayenne to the filling. Freeze unbaked poppers for up to a month; bake from frozen, adding 10-15 minutes.

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