Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon
Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon balance creamy, tangy cheese with warmly spiced chicken and a smoky bacon finish. The jalapeños bring a lively heat while garam masala, coriander, and turmeric add depth, creating a rich, layered bite. Ideal for game day spreads, potlucks, or a starter that wows at casual gatherings.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves7
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
In a bowl, mix the yogurt, garam masala, chicken masala, coriander, ginger-garlic paste, chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Set aside.
- 2
Cut the chicken breasts into small strips that will fit on halved jalapenos and add them to the bowl with the tikka marinade. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; the longer you marinate, the more developed the chicken’s flavor will be.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Set a cooling rack on top of a baking tray.
- 4
Snap off the jalapeno stems by holding a pepper with one hand and pulling it to the side. Repeat with the remaining peppers. Slice all the jalapenos in half lengthwise and use a teaspoon to remove all seeds and ribbing, taking care not to remove the white stem area.
- 5
Using a teaspoon, fill the jalapeno halves with cream cheese; add as much cheese as you like. Place a strip of tikka chicken on top of the cream cheese and wrap each chicken popper half with a slice of bacon. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the bacon is browned and crisp, about 40 minutes.
- Calories 300.95 kcal Moderate
- Protein 24.78 g Good Source
- Carbs 9.75 g Moderate
- Total Fat 17.65 g High
- Saturated Fat 10.21 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 121.41 mg High
- Sodium 714.38 mg High
- Fiber 2.12 g Low Source
- Sugar 3.96 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 112.65 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.11 mg Low Source
- Potassium 353.54 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 204.95 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 33.96 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon is an Indian appetizer recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 7, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Bacon, Chicken Masala Seasoning Mix, Chili Powder, and Cream Cheese. Each serving provides about 300.95 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Chicken Masala Seasoning Mix, Chili Powder, Cream Cheese, Garam Masala. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 300.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Jalapeño Poppers with Tikka Chicken and Bacon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 6 steps.
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