Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers
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
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 56 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 9
- Heart Health
- 56
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 47
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 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.
- Calories 192.81 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 13.81 g Good Source 28%
- Carbohydrate 4.35 g 2%
- Total Fat 13.02 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 5.63 g High 28%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 54.03 mg Moderate 18%
- Sodium 524.87 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 0.97 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 2.54 g --
- Added Sugars 1.26 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 33.92 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 0.93 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 88.01 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 55.34 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 9.2 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin D 0.09 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Bacon Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers is made with 14 ingredients and serves 16. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Bread, Chipotle Seasoning, and Cream Cheese. Each serving provides about 192.81 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Bread, Chipotle Seasoning, Cream Cheese, Duck Breast. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers?
- About 45 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 192.81 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers healthy?
- Bacon-Wrapped Duck Jalapeño Poppers has an easyChef Pro health score of 32/100. Per serving, it provides 192.81 calories and 13.81 g of protein, or 28% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 524.87 mg (23% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.63 g (28% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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