Paula Deen's Chicken Quesadilla Stuffed Jalapenos

Turn up the heat on your appetizer game with Paula Deen's Chicken Quesadilla Stuffed Jalapeños—an irresistible blend of bold flavors and creamy textures! Fresh jalapeños are halved and stuffed with a rich filling of tender shredded chicken, cream cheese, and a melty duo of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and garlic for a Southwestern kick. The jalapeños bake to perfection, becoming tender and golden, with bubbling, cheesy goodness in every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of cilantro and served alongside cool sour cream and zesty salsa, these jalapeño poppers are a crowd-pleasing twist on classic quesadilla flavors, ideal for game days, parties, or spicy snack cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Fresh jalapeños
• 1 cup Cooked shredded chicken
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving)
• 0.5 cup Salsa (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 2

Cut each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes for a milder spice level. Wear gloves to protect your hands from the jalapeño oils.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro. Mix thoroughly to create a smooth and cohesive filling.

Step 4

Spoon the chicken and cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, pressing gently to fill them evenly, but do not overpack.

Step 5

Brush the tops of the stuffed jalapeños lightly with vegetable oil to help them cook and brown evenly.

Step 6

Arrange the stuffed jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the jalapeños are tender and the cheese filling is bubbly and slightly golden on top.

Step 8

Remove the jalapeños from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the stuffed jalapeños warm with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1020.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2219.2

Total Fat 164.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 609.4mg	0%
Sodium 3478.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 145.4g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1989.8mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1858.9mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 8.0%