Chicken Jalapeno Popper Casserole
Spice up your dinner with Chicken Jalapeno Popper Casserole! This creamy, cheesy dish combines tender chicken, smoky bacon, and spicy jalapenos, all baked together for a flavorful and satisfying meal. Perfect for spice lovers!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 583kcal
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts cubed - large boneless, skinless
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 5 jalapeno peppers seeded and diced (5-6 peppers)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese - sharp - shredded
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking oil.
- Add the chicken to the prepared dish in an even layer.
- Season the chicken with the smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the diced jalapenos evenly over the top of the chicken.
- Whisk the cream cheese, heavy cream, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Spread the cheese mixture over the top of the jalapenos and chicken.
- Top with the shredded cheese.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the chicken is done.
- Add crumbled bacon to the top for serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 583kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 648mg | Potassium: 568mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 324mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 4g