Best 11 Stuffed Whole Jalapeno Peppers Recipes

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Stuffed whole jalapeno peppers are a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you prefer them mild, medium, or hot, there are endless variations on the classic stuffed jalapeno pepper recipe. From creamy cheese fillings to savory meat mixtures, the possibilities are endless. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for stuffed whole jalapeno peppers, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

STUFFED JALAPENOS III



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These are fabulous and easy. I am asked to make them over and over again. The combo of cream cheese and bacon is wonderful!

Provided by TIFFANY WEAVER

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Jalapeno Popper Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 (8 ounce) package whipped cream cheese
12 slices bacon, cut in half

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Stuff each jalapeno half with whipped cream cheese. Wrap a half slice of bacon around each stuffed jalapeno half.
  • Arrange wrapped jalapeno halves in a single layer on a medium baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven 45 minutes, or until bacon is evenly browned and crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 313.4 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

STUFFED JALAPEñO PEPPERS



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Make and share this Stuffed Jalapeño Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by El Bistro

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 Jalapeños, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 large jalapeno peppers, with stems
1 (8 ounce) package Philadelphia Cream Cheese
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 ounce hidden valley ranch dressing mix
1 (12 ounce) package bacon

Steps:

  • cut a slit in each jalapeno pepper so that you can open it up. Remove the entire contents of the inside of the pepper. Leaving some of the placenta and seeds will result in a hotter pepper, so how much you clean on the inside is totally up to your taste. I recommend using disposable latex gloves while doing this, because failure to do so may result in unintended pains later -- particularly if you are a male :).
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Soften the cream cheese in the microwave for about 20 seconds.
  • Place the cream cheese in a bowl.
  • Add the ranch dressing powder and the grated cheese to the bowl with the cream cheese. MIx well.
  • Fill the jalapenos with the creame/ranch/cheese mixture.
  • Trim any excess fat from the bacon, preferably with kitchen scissors.
  • Wrap all of the peppers with the bacon.
  • Cook at 375 degrees for about 40 minutes. Keep an eye on them, because depending on the fat in the bacon, thickness of the bacon and so on, your time will vary. This can also be put on a grill -- it will take far less time but will demand your constant attention.
  • Enjoy the best stuffed jalapeños you have ever had.

JOE'S SCREAMING STUFFED JALAPENO POPPERS



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Enjoy watching your tailgate buddies wipe tears off their faces after eating one of these tastefully disguised cheese-stuffed jalapenos. Originally created with the broiler in mind, these Jalepeno poppers have been enhanced by the BBQ to spice up tailgate parties and backyard mixers. These are easy to prepare in advance and store well in a cooler until ready to be BBQ'd.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 10 to 25 stuffed peppers

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 to 2 packages cream cheese, depending on the size of your pepper, room temperature
2 to 4 cloves chopped garlic or granulated, depending on your preference (c'mon, no spicy finger food is complete without this spice)
1/4 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes - a nice handful from the jar
Chopped fresh basil leaves
Pinch salt
10 to 25 jalapeno peppers (larger then average size will make them easier to stuff)
1/2 to 1 pound thinly sliced bacon (Pork Fat Rulez!)
Toothpicks (for the peppers, not your teeth silly)

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill.
  • Mix each package of cream cheese with chopped garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and a dash of chopped basil. Add a pinch of salt. Mix until mixture is soft and manageable.
  • Slice each jalapeno lengthwise on 1 side, being careful not to cut the jalapeno in 1/2. Remove the seeds if you don't think your friends can handle the heat, otherwise leave'em and enjoy watching your friends shed a few extra tears. hehe... Depending on your pepper, you may have to slice around the stem of the pepper to create a manageable opening to squeeze the filling in.
  • Fill either a pastry bag, or your choice of tools with the filling. Use something that will allow you to sqeeze the filling into the opening of the pepper with ease. I've used a plastic frosting tool, cookie press, and even just a small spoon to squeeze the filling in. However you choose, insert a liberal amount of filling into each jalapeno. Be careful not to overfill as the filling may spurt out during cooking.
  • Wrap each pepper with 1 to 2 strips of bacon, securing the opening in the pepper. Secure the bacon with a toothpick (best to soak the toothpicks first, to prevent burning on the BBQ). This also helps the jalapenos from falling into the BBQ (you're bound to loose at least 1, oh well). Long metal or wood skewers also work well for large amounts.
  • BBQ the peppers until they lightly roasted, or until the bacon is fully cooked. Use some foil to cook on if your peppers are cooking or burning too fast on a HOT BBQ.
  • Serve 'em up and watch your friends squirm with delight!

EASY CHEESE-STUFFED JALAPENOS



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A few years ago, I saw a man in the grocery store buying a big bag of jalapeno peppers. I asked him what he intended to do with them, and right there in the store he gave me this fabulous recipe for stuffed jalapenos! -Janice Montiverdi, Sugar Land, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

24 medium fresh jalapeno peppers
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise; remove seeds and membranes. In a large saucepan, boil peppers in water for 5-10 minutes (the longer you boil the peppers, the milder they become). Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Spoon 2 teaspoonfuls into each jalapeno; sprinkle with bacon. Arrange on greased baking sheets. Bake until filling is warmed, 3-5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

JALAPENO POPPERS



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Pack extra flavour into these irresistible chillies with plenty of cream cheese and mozzarella. Ideal party food

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish, Snack, Treat

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 jalapeno chillies (we used jalapeno but other mild green chillies would work)
150g full-fat cream cheese
50g grated mozzarella
30g plain flour
2 large eggs , lightly beaten
100g fresh breadcrumbs
oil for deep frying
To serve lime wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Take one whole chilli and using a small sharp knife make an incision along the length without cutting all the way through. Open up the cavity and using the end of a teaspoon scrape out and discard the seeds and the membrane. It's very good idea to wear gloves when you're preparing chillies in this way, and make sure you wash your hands thoroughly afterwards. Repeat with all the other chillies.
  • Mix the cream cheese with the mozzarella, season with salt and pepper then use it to fill the chillies. Push them gently to close them up and wipe off any excess.
  • Put the flour, egg and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls or dishes and roll the stuffed chillies first in the flour then egg then breadcrumbs then repeat so they get a good double coating.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan until it reaches 160C. Carefully lower the chillies into the oil using a slotted spoon and deep fry in batches for around 2-3 mins or until deep golden brown. Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper to soak up the excess oil.
  • Once the chillies are fried season them with pepper and salt and spread out on a plate or board so everyone can help themselves. Great with beer and a movie.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

FRIED STUFFED JALAPENO PEPPERS



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Make and share this Fried Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 ounce) can whole pickled jalapeno peppers, drained,divided
2/3 cup pimento cheese
3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1/4 cup cornmeal, plus
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup buttermilk
vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Cut stems from peppers.
  • Remove seeds, using a small sharp knife (do not split peppers).
  • Stuff each with pimiento cheese.
  • Cover and chill at least two hours.
  • Combine 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons cornmeal, and next 3 ingredients; set batter aside.
  • Combine remaining 1/2 cup flour and 1/4 cup cornmeal.
  • Dip stuffed peppers in batter; dredge in flour mixture.
  • Pour oil to depth of 2 to 3 inches in a Dutch oven; heat to 375º.
  • Fry peppers, a few at a time, 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until golden.
  • Drain on paper towels.

STUFFED JALAPENOS



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These stuffed jalapenos make a great party appetizer. The recipe can easily be doubled for a crowd.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar
6 large jalapenos, halved and seeded
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese and cheddar. Season with salt and pepper. With a small spoon, fill each jalapeno half with about 1 tablespoon cheese mixture. Place peppers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake until cheese is browned and bubbling, about 10 minutes, rotating sheet halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 g, Cholesterol 6 g, Fat 10 g, Protein 4 g

LOADED STUFFED JALAPENO POPPERS



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Not your average stuffed jalapeno popper. Couldn't find a recipe that I liked so made these loaded with everything I like! Hope you like them just as much as I do. Serve with sour cream and guacamole.

Provided by FunwithFood

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Jalapeno Popper Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 jalapeno peppers, seeded
8 ounces turkey breakfast sausage (such as Bob Evans®), casings removed
2 cups finely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch-flavored seasoning mix
1 teaspoon minced garlic, or more to taste
1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water and set aside. Slice a thin piece from the bottom of each pepper to stop peppers from rolling onto their sides when baking.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Drop each pepper carefully into the water and boil 2 minutes. Remove peppers from water and place in the bowl of ice water.
  • Cook turkey sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 3 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, ranch-flavored seasoning, and garlic.
  • Remove peppers from water and drain. Fill each pepper with sausage mixture, forming a mound. Place filled peppers on a baking sheet; place in the freezer until just frozen, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix bread crumbs with butter. Press into the top of the sausage filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bread crumbs are golden brown and cheese starts to bubble, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 670.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

STUFFED JALAPEñO PEPPERS



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Our sports bar-worthy appetizer looks complicated, but trust us: These are as easy to make as they are to pop in your mouth. You'll love this spicy, crispy starter.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 fresh jalapeño peppers (2 lb.)
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
8 slices cooked OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crumbled
1/4 cup flour
2 eggs, beaten
40 round buttery crackers, finely crushed
2 cups oil

Steps:

  • Cut lengthwise slit in top of each pepper; scrape out seeds and veins. Combine next 3 ingredients; spoon into peppers.
  • Roll peppers in flour; dip in eggs, then roll in cracker crumbs until evenly coated. Place in single layer in shallow pan. Refrigerate 15 min.
  • Heat oil in medium saucepan to 375ºF. Add peppers, in batches; cook 3 min. or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

GRILLED STUFFED JALAPENOS



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These cheese-stuffed jalapenos are always popular when my husband and I host a tapas (appetizers) party. There's a flavor explosion in each crisp and tender pepper. -Mary Potter, Sterling Heights, MI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 10 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or paprika
10 jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cut a lengthwise slit down each pepper, leaving the stem intact; remove membranes and seeds. Fill each pepper with 1 tablespoon cheese mixture., Prepare grill for indirect heat. Place peppers in a disposable foil pan. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHEESE-STUFFED JALAPEñO POPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: jalapeño peppers, pepper jack cheese, eggs, flour, bread crumbs, toothpicks

Provided by Jody Duits

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 poppers

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 jalapeño peppers
1 block pepper jack cheese
4 eggs
2 cups flour, as needed
2 cups bread crumbs, as needed
24 toothpicks

Steps:

  • Cut the top off each jalapeño and core it, scraping out all the seeds, with the back side of a spoon.
  • Fill the jalapeños with pepper jack cheese, either melted or cubed.
  • Place the top back on the jalapeños and secure with two toothpicks inserted diagonally.
  • NOTE: Be sure each toothpick goes through both the top and the bottom of the jalapeño to secure it.
  • Dredge in flour, eggs, then breadcrumbs. For a thicker breading, double bread the jalapeños by repeating the egg and breadcrumb dredging.
  • Heat oil to 325°F (160°C).
  • Fry each jalapeño popper until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Cool and allow extra oil to drip off on a plate lined with paper towels. Remove the toothpicks.
  • Season with salt and serve immediately once cooled enough to handle.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips for Making Stuffed Whole Jalapeno Peppers:

  • Choose the Right Jalapenos: Select firm, deep green jalapenos with smooth skin. Avoid any that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Wear Gloves: Jalapenos can irritate your skin, so it's best to wear gloves when handling them.
  • Remove the Seeds and Ribs: Use a sharp knife to carefully remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapenos. This will help reduce the heat level.
  • Stuffing Options: Be creative with your stuffing! You can use a variety of ingredients, such as cheese, meats, vegetables, and spices.
  • Cooking Methods: You can bake, fry, or grill your stuffed jalapenos. Each method will give you a different texture and flavor.
  • Serving Suggestions: Stuffed jalapenos can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. They're also great for parties and potlucks.

Conclusion:

Stuffed whole jalapeno peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a variety of stuffing options and cooking methods, you can easily customize them to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a fun and flavorful appetizer or side dish, give stuffed jalapenos a try!

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