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Grilled Jalapeno Popper Chicken

Grilled Jalapeno Popper Chicken

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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 half per person
  • jalapenos cut in half and seeded, 1 half per serving
  • bacon 1 piece per serving cooked or grilled to crispness
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • smoky paprika cayenne, or Tabasco for seasoning
  • sharp cheddar cheese 1 slice per serving

Instructions

  • Grill the chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.
  • Grilled the jalapenos until somewhat blackened and cooked through.
  • While the chicken and peppers are cooking, place the cream cheese in the microwave for about 15 seconds or until it is warm enough to spread easily. Season with smoky paprika, cayenne, or hot sauce to make it as spicy as you like!
  • When chicken is cooked through, spread a few teaspoons of the cream cheese on top of each chicken breast.
  • Top with one half of a jalapeno, one slice of bacon, and one slice of cheddar.
  • Continue grilling with grill cover closed until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve with BBQ sauce if desired.
Course: grilled main dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 piece per person
Author: Annie