Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers

Name: Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 16 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American, Mexican
Ingredients: 0.25 cup Apple Cider Vinegar; 1 to taste Bread; 1 tbsp Chipotle Seasoning; 1 whole Cream Cheese; 2 whole Duck Breast; 1 tsp Garlic Powder; 5 dash Hot Sauce; 8 whole Jalapeño Pepper; 1 tsp Monosodium Glutamate; 1 whole Pepper Jack Cheese; 2 tbsp Salt; 8 slices Thick-Cut Bacon; 2 cups Water; 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

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Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers balance smoky bacon and tender, chipotle-marinated duck with creamy pepper Jack and cream cheese for a rich, spicy bite. The jalapeños bring a lively heat that’s rounded by tangy notes from the marinade, making each popper bold yet balanced. Ideal for game day spreads, backyard cookouts, or a standout appetizer at casual gatherings.

Prep30 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves16
DifficultyMedium

1

Thoroughly clean and rinse the duck breasts in cold water. Slice into 1/4-inch pieces and place in a resealable plastic bag with water and salt. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours. Remove from the bag and rinse again under cold running water.
2

Place the duck, ground chipotle pepper, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, monosodium glutamate, garlic powder, and hot pepper sauce into a resealable plastic bag. Refrigerate until well marinated, 2 to 3 hours more.
3

Fill the jalapenos with pepper Jack cheese and cream cheese. Place marinated duck on top. Cut the bacon strips in half and wrap each stuffed pepper with a bacon strip. Secure with a toothpick.
4

Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate. Grill the jalapeno peppers, flipping once or twice, until the bacon is browned, about 15 minutes.