High Protein Jalapeno Popper Chicken
A wholesome meal that transforms the classic appetizer into a juicy, protein-packed main dish filled with spicy, cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 jalapeños, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well incorporated.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and fill with the cheese mixture.
- Optional: Coat with breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.
- Place chicken in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For added crunch, consider coating the stuffed chicken with breadcrumbs. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg