Description
Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Hasselback Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a creamy, spicy filling. Each slice reveals layers of rich cream cheese, crispy bacon, and zesty jalapenos, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a delightful crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh jalapenos, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally at regular intervals to create pockets.
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, jalapenos, and bacon bits until well mixed.
- Generously stuff each chicken pocket with the cream cheese mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast and season with additional salt and pepper.
- Place the stuffed chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. 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: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg