These Bacon Wrapped Chicken Stuffed Jalapeno Bites are a great appetizer to serve at a holiday party or any time you want a hearty appetizer. Spicy jalapeno pieces topped with tender chicken, wrapped in smokey bacon and covered in a spiced up barbecue sauce, then baked until the bacon is crisp and the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
These Bacon Wrapped Chicken Stuffed Jalapeno Bites are the perfect appetizer for almost any occasion. They’d be great for the bowl games, as part of a Weekend Ski Party, or on a cruise ship in the middle of the Caribbean.
Also included in this post is a Recipe Round Up. I’ve joined a fun group of bloggers to put together a roundup of recipes on the first day of every month. This month we’re sharing Cocktail Party Appetizers.
This is my version of an appetizer I had abroad the Oasis of the Seas and at the Sabor Mexican restaurant on the ship. I was sharing them with Hayley, The Domestic Rebel, and we loved them so much we ordered more.
When I got home, I couldn’t resist recreating this sweet, spicy appetizer.
They’re an easy appetizer to make; all you do is wrap jalapeños and chicken breast pieces with a half slice of bacon, then coat it in a spiced up barbecue sauce and bake them until the bacon’s crisp and the barbecue sauce is sticky.
I’ve made these bites twice since I got home from the cruise. The first time, when I took the pictures, I secured the bites with toothpicks before baking.
The second time I didn’t use a toothpick to hold them together and they were easier to make and easier to baste, so I’ve omitted the toothpicks from the recipe. You can just add a toothpick after they’re finished baking to make them easier to eat.
The jalapeno bites on the ship were super spicy, almost too spicy, so I toned down the spiciness in my sauce a little bit. But if you like it really spicy, just add more Tabasco to your barbecue sauce. I used my favorite barbecue sauce, Masterpiece original.
The recipe makes 16 bites, but if you’ve making them for a party, I’d suggest doubling the recipe. Enjoy!
Here’s a video showing how easy they are to make.
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Stuffed Jalapeno Bites
Ingredients
- â…“ cup barbecue sauce
- a dash of Tabasco Sauce
- 2 jalapenos peppers
- 8 slices bacon cut in half*
- 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast cut in to 1 inch pieces
- Mexican Crema and Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with foil or a silicone baking mat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce and Tabasco. (Add more Tabasco if you like it spicy.)
- Cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise; remove the stem and seeds. Cut each jalapeno half in to 4 pieces, so you have 16 pieces total.
- Place a piece of jalapeno on a piece of bacon. Top with a piece of chicken; wrap bacon around the chicken and jalapeno. Place seam side up on the prepared baking tray.
- Baste the top and sides of the bite with BBQ sauce. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove bites from the oven and flip the bites over; baste with remaining BBQ sauce. Return to the oven and bake another 10 to 15 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve with chopped cilantro and a drizzle of Mexican Crema, Serve additional Crema on the side for dipping if desired.
Notes
Cocktail Party Appetizers You’ll Love
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Ham and Cheese Hot Spinach Dip
Chicken Parmesan Roll Ups
Cranberry Fluff Cheesecake Bites
Baby Lamb Chops with Red and Green Sauces
Herbed Goat Cheese Ball
Hot Crab Dip with Cream Cheese
Jalapeno Popper Dip with Bacon
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Stuffed Jalapeno Bites
Seafood Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Jalapeno Cheddar Pigs in a Blanket
Mini Honey Roasted Almond Cheese Balls
Olive Christmas Tree Appetizer
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Dayna
Loved these on Harmony thank you for the recipeÂ
Barbara Schieving
So good right – Enjoy!
Farida Wadia
Looks yummyÂ
Brenda Best Summers
These were a big hit Christmas Eve. I’ll be making them again.Â
Barbara Schieving
That’s great – thanks Brenda!
Matt Henderson
Just made these but I did Serrano Chile instead of jalapeños and they were off the hook, I like spicy so I will leave seeds in next time. Keeper for sure!!!
Barbara Schieving
Great – thanks for sharing Matt!
2 Sisters Recipes
These cuties look amazing Barb! We have to try them for our next gathering, always could use something spicy at the party,.. thanks for the recipe! PS Your photos are gorgeous!
Deb@Cooking on the Front Burner
I’m pretty sure I couldn’t stop at one!
Barbara Schieving
I couldn’t either 🙂
Melinda Caldwell
Umm yes please!!!! Making this tonight.
Jan
Just got back from Freedom of the Seas where we are at Sabor twice! Loved this appetizer. Could have just ordered as my meal! Thanks so much for sharing this recipe
Barbara Schieving
How fun! I could have eaten it for a meal too. Enjoy!
Krystle (Baking Beauty)
These look mouthwatering. Looks like we’re going to be snowed in again this weekend, maybe these will help keep us warm or at least full! 🙂
2 Sisters Recipes by anna and liz
WOW these sound amazing! And, these bites would be Perfect for anytime…- not just for the Super Bowl. Sounds like you had so much fun on that ship! Great recipe!