Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab

Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Jalapeño Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab! Perfectly spicy jalapeño peppers are halved and generously filled with a creamy blend of tangy cream cheese, savory lump crab meat, and sharp cheddar cheese, all delicately seasoned with garlic, onion powder, paprika, and a hint of salt and pepper. Topped with buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch, these poppers are baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, delivering a mouthwatering combination of creamy, cheesy, and crispy textures in every bite. Ideal for game days, parties, or as a crowd-pleasing starter, these baked jalapeño poppers are a must-try treat packed with bold flavors and a touch of seafood sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 10 pieces Jalapeno peppers
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 6 ounces Cooked lump crab meat
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
• 1 as needed Olive oil or cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

Cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or knife. Wear gloves if necessary to avoid irritation.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, lump crab meat, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Stuff each jalapeno half with the cheese and crab mixture, pressing it gently into the pepper cavity and leveling the top.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture generously over each stuffed jalapeno half, pressing lightly to adhere.

Step 7

Place the stuffed jalapenos on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out slightly to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the jalapenos are tender and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, crab-stuffed jalapeno poppers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(746.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1947.1

Total Fat 155.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 501.1mg	0%
Sodium 3011.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 80.9g	0%

Vitamin D 38IU	0%
Calcium 1206.1mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1403.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.0%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 13.8%