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Air Fryer Stuffed Jalapenos

Whip up these Air Fryer Stuffed Jalapenos. Cream cheese, shredded cheese and dipped in buttered bread crumbs. The ultimate jalapeno popper recipe.
Course Appetizers and Snacks
Cuisine American
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 Jalapeno Poppers
Calories 224kcal
Author Kelsey

Ingredients

  • 6 Jalapenos or you can buy more
  • 6 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt with parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/3 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted

Instructions

  • Start by slicing your jalapenos in half. If you don't like a lot of heat, you will scoop out the seeds in your jalapeno peppers along with the white membrane.
  • Take your halved jalapenos and rinse them under cold water, to remove the oil.
  • Now in a bowl you will add your cream cheese, shredded cheese, and seasonings and mix until the pepper stuffing is nice and creamy.
  • Spoon the popper filling into the jalapenos and set down.
  • In a small bowl mix your melted butter and bread crumbs until mixed.
  • Take your stuffed peppers and dip into the breadcrumbs. Shake off any excess and place on air fryer rack.
  • Turn air fryer to 325 and cook for 15-20 minutes. You want the bread crumbs on top of the jalapeno poppers to get golden brown.
  • Allow the hot jalapeno poppers to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce.

Video

Notes

How to Cook In Oven: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Prep the peppers the same way, and then cook for 5-10 minutes. Check and then cook longer if the peppers are not fully done. It all depends on how large or small your peppers are.
Hot or Mild Peppers - Remove seeds and white membrane to help lower the heat factor. Make sure to wear gloves if your skin is sensitive. The oil in the peppers can burn the skin.
Cream Cheese - Make sure to use softened cream cheese.
Shredded Cheese - Use pepper jack, Monterey jack, or any other variety of shredded cheese to change up the flavor of the peppers.
Topping - For a lower carb option use crushed pork rinds instead of breadcrumbs. This will help give you the crunch without the excess carbs.
Storing - These stuffed jalapenos are best served warm and fresh. But you can store in the fridge for 1-3 days. Each day the peppers will get softer. Eat cold or warm them up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 469mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g