Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins
Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins balance crisp, salty potato shells with a creamy, bacon-studded cheese filling and a lively kick of fresh jalapeño. Each bite blends tangy cream cheese and sharp cheddar with smoky notes and gentle heat, perfect for sharing during game day, casual gatherings, or a fun weekend appetizer spread.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook1 hr 35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 1 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 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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- 36
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), and line a sheet pan with foil.
- 2
Prick the potatoes all over with the tip of a knife. Coat the potatoes all over with oil, then place them on the prepared sheet pan.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until the centers of the potatoes are soft when pierced with a knife, about 1 hour. Let them cool until just warm, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, put the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the slices on paper towels; chop when cool enough to handle, and set aside.
- 5
Slice the large center parts of the jalapenos into 36 thick rings, and remove the seeds. Dice the remaining parts of the peppers, and additional peppers as needed to make about 1/2 cup, or more if desired.
- 6
Add the cream cheese and diced jalapeno to a bowl. Set aside about 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese for sprinkling on top of the poppers, and add the remaining cheese to the bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- 7
Lay each potato on its widest, flattest side on a cutting board, and cut it in half lengthwise. Scoop out the cooked potato into a bowl, leaving about 1/8 inch of cooked potato attached to the skin.
- 8
Line a sheet pan with foil and coat it with oil. Transfer the scooped potato skins to the sheet and season each one with salt. Divide the cheese filling among the 12 potato skins, and spread it out with a spoon.
- 9
Top the cheese filling with bacon, then place 3 jalapeno rings on top of each skin. Scatter the reserved cheese over the top.
- 10
Increase the oven temperature to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
- 11
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbling and the edges of the potatoes are crispy, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Calories 384.14 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 12.81 g Good Source 26%
- Carbohydrate 41.37 g 15%
- Total Fat 19.99 g High 26%
- Saturated Fat 10.89 g High 54%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 49.8 mg Moderate 17%
- Sodium 338.38 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 3.37 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 3.37 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 281.0 mg Good Source 22%
- Iron 1.54 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 918.1 mg Moderate 20%
- Vitamin A 138.82 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 42.5 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.17 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Potato Skins is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 2 hrs 5 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cream Cheese, Fully Cooked Bacon, Jalapeño Pepper, and Russet Potato. Each serving provides about 384.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins made of?
- The main ingredients are Cream Cheese, Fully Cooked Bacon, Jalapeño Pepper, Russet Potato, Salt. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins?
- About 2 hrs 5 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 384.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 7 ingredients and 11 steps.
- Is Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins healthy?
- Jalapeño Popper–Stuffed Potato Skins has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 384.14 calories and 12.81 g of protein, or 26% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 338.38 mg (15% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.89 g (54% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, 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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