Why you'll love my recipe
Low carb & keto-friendly
This hearty and creamy chicken recipe is naturally low carb.
One dish meal
Ready in under 30 minutes, made in one dish.
Budget friendly ingredients
Easily substitute with different meats. Perfect for meal prep and family friendly.
Ingredients and substitutions
Chicken breast: Cut into small bite size pieces. May use leftover rotisserie chicken.
Cream cheese: For the base of the sauce.
Heavy cream: Balances out the acidity of the cream cheese.
Jalapenos: Adds authentic flavor and mild heat. Keep the seeds more a bit more spice.
Ranch seasoning: For flavor and depth.
Mozzarella and Pepper jack cheese: Balances out the cream cheese.
Mild green chili: The small addition of canned green chili can goes a long way to achieve that authentic jalapeno popper flavor.
For the rest of the ingredients, please see the recipe index card below!
How to make Jalapeno Popper Chicken
The section below is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. For full details, see recipe notes card below!
Prep the chicken
Cut chicken into small bite size pieces. To a medium heat skillet, add chicken and seasonings. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned. Add onions and cook 1-2 minutes until translucent.
Make the sauce
Add cream cheese, jalapenos, green chilis, shredded cheeses and heavy cream. Stir until melted. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
Serve & enjoy
Garnish with crispy bacon and jalapeno slices.
Tips for making the best Jalapeno Popper Chicken
Control the heat
Remove jalapeno seeds for mild spice or keep them for extra heat.
Use softened cream cheese
To avoid lumps in the sauce and makes the melting step faster.
Don’t skip the bacon
Toppings take this dish to another level. Sprinkle with crispy bacon, fresh jalapeno slices and parsley for an aesthetic and delicious garnish.
What can I serve with this dish?
I recommend rice, pasta, mashed potatoes or low carb options like steamed vegetables or zucchini.
Can I use leftover chicken?
Yes! Just add the pre-cooked chicken in the final steps during the sauce making to avoid over cooking. This creamy chicken dinner is going to make everyone want seconds!
How do I store leftovers?
Once completely cooled, transfer leftovers to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Re-heat on the stovetop in a small saucepan until warm. Adjust creaminess by adding a splash of cold water when reheating.
Jalapeno Popper Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces / 1 pack cream cheese, softened
- 3 fresh jalapenos, deseeded and diced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or substitute with 1/2 cup broth)
- 4 ounces / 1 can mild green chilis
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 Tablespoon ranch seasoning
For garnish:
- 1 jalapeno, sliced
- 6 slices bacon
Instructions
Prep the chicken
- Cut chicken into small bite size pieces.
- To a medium heat skillet, add chicken and seasonings. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Add onions and cook 1-2 minutes until soft and translucent.
Make the sauce
- Add cream cheese, jalapenos, green chilis, shredded cheeses and heavy cream. Stir until melted. Simmer for 15-18 minutes until smooth, thickened and combined. You may substitute heavy cream for 1/2 cup broth and 1/2 cup heavy cream. You will need to simmer longer to thicken the sauce.
Serve & enjoy
- In a skillet over medium heat, fry bacon until crispy. Slice jalapeno into thin pieces. Keep seeds for extra heat or remove for mild spice.
- Garnish with crispy bacon and jalapeno slices.
Nutrition
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4 Responses
I was hesitant about this recipe but it was a very pleasant jalapeno popper flavor! I will make this again for meal prep. Very good recipe.
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This with extra bacon is exactly what I needed tonight. The flavor was on point, and best part is my teenagers loved it too! I’ll definitely be making this again soon.
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