PEPPERONCINI FIRECRACKERS

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My youngest daughter and I enjoy time in the kitchen together making these attractive appetizers. The "firecrackers" burst with chicken, cheese and pepperoncinis.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 jar (24 ounces) pepperoncini, drained
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cut into 24 pieces
24 thin strips Monterey Jack cheese or pepper Jack cheese (about 1-1/2 inches x 1/4 inch x 1/8 inch)
24 sheets phyllo dough, (14 inches x 9 inches)
Refrigerated butter-flavored spray
Melted butter
48 whole chives, optional

Steps:

  • Remove 24 pepperoncini from jar; remove and discard stems and seeds. Drain peppers on paper towels. Stuff each with a piece of chicken and a cheese strip (cheese may need to be cut to fit in some peppers)., Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface (keep remaining dough covered with waxed paper to avoid drying out). Spritz dough with butter-flavored spray. Repeat three times; stack sprayed phyllo dough. Cut stacks into four pieces, about 6-1/2 in. x 4-1/4 in. each., Center one stuffed pepper on one long side of each phyllo stack; roll up and twist the ends to seal. Repeat with remaining peppers and dough. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Drizzle butter over center of firecrackers. Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Tie ends with chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 2073mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Bruno Mashata
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These firecrackers are so good, I could eat them every day.


collins onoka
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These firecrackers are a great way to use up leftover pepperoncini. They're also a fun and easy appetizer to make for your next party.


M sheraz Kalyar
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I've made these firecrackers several times and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Mohamed Gomaa
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These firecrackers are the perfect way to spice up your next party. They're sure to be a hit with your guests.


Qaswer Abbas
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I love how versatile these firecrackers are. I've made them with different types of cheese and fillings and they're always delicious.


Dan Quartullo
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These firecrackers are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Dinesh Pandey
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I made these firecrackers for my Super Bowl party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


MD Sajjib Hassan
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These firecrackers are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Daedricin
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I love the sweet and spicy flavor of these firecrackers. They're the perfect party food.


Himel Ahmed
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These firecrackers are a great way to use up leftover pepperoncini. They're also a fun and easy appetizer to make.


Virginia Bond
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I've never been a fan of pepperoncini, but these firecrackers changed my mind. They're so good!


Nothing Nothing
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These are the best firecrackers I've ever had. I love the crispy coating and the flavorful filling.


Joy Op
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So easy and delicious! I'll definitely be making these again.


Kiran Dahal
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I made these for a potluck and they were gone in minutes. Everyone raved about them.


amira amira
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These firecrackers are the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. They're sure to wake up your taste buds!


Ch Faizan
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I love how easy these are to make. I always have the ingredients on hand so I can make them at a moment's notice.


Maryam M
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These were so good! I made them for my family and they all loved them. Even my picky kids ate them up.


Aqeel Rehman
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I've made these firecrackers a few times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect appetizer for any party.


Jonoprio learning center
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These pepperoncini firecrackers were a huge hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.