Description
Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Hasselback Chicken is a flavorful delight that combines juicy chicken breasts with creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and a spicy kick from fresh jalapenos. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its golden crisp exterior and gooey filling, it’s sure to be a new family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 fresh jalapenos, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and make diagonal cuts across each breast without slicing fully through.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, diced jalapenos, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Generously stuff the chicken pockets with the filling mixture.
- Brush the stuffed chicken lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg