Ingredients
Scale
- 10 large jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
- In a medium bowl, mix shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and shredded mozzarella until well combined.
Step 2: Stuff the Jalapeños
- Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into jalapeño halves. Press them back together to form whole stuffed jalapeños.
Step 3: Coat with Panko Breadcrumbs
- Roll each stuffed jalapeño in panko breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.
Step 4: Heat the Oil
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
Step 5: Fry to Perfection
- Fry in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6: Drain & Serve
- Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level: Keep some seeds for extra heat or remove all for a milder taste.
- Alternative cooking methods: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Double coating: Dip in egg wash before rolling in panko for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Frying (or Air Frying/Baking Alternative)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 jalapeño bombs
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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