Spicy Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos with Bacon

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A white plate filled with bacon-wrapped chicken stuffed jalapenos, drizzled with white and dark sauces and garnished with chopped herbs. In the background are two small bowls of dipping sauce and a plate with toothpicks.

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5 from 3 votes

Spicy Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos with Bacon

These Chicken Stuffed Jalapenos combine tender chicken, spicy jalapenos, crispy bacon, and tangy barbecue sauce for the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer. This delicious bite brings together everything we love about bold flavors.

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Total Time40

Servings: bites

Calories: 94kcal

Author: Melissa Griffiths

Ingredients

⅓ 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°F. 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

Garnish Options: Fresh cilantro and Mexican crema elevate the presentation and add cooling elements to balance the heat.

Jalapeno Varieties: Different jalapeno varieties have varying heat levels, so taste-test a small piece before deciding on your Tabasco addition. Fresher jalapenos tend to be hotter, while older ones may be milder and slightly sweeter.

Bacon Wrapping: Stretch the bacon slightly as you wrap to ensure it stays in place during cooking and covers the chicken completely. Tuck the ends underneath to prevent unraveling, and place seam-side down initially to help seal the wrapping naturally during the first part of cooking.

Storage: Store leftover bites in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

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