Bacon Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole
A creamy, cheesy casserole packed with crispy bacon and spicy jalapeños, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven Preheat to 400°F for baking.
- Baking Dish Use a 2-quart dish.
- Mixing bowl For combining ingredients.
- Whisk For mixing cream cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked and chopped bacon About 1 ¼ cup
- 3 cup cooked and shredded chicken About 2-3 chicken breasts
- 6 jalapeños, deseeded and diced About 1 ½ cups
- 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese Softened
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup minced green onion
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the cooked chicken, ¾ cup of bacon, and 1 cup of diced jalapeños to the cream cheese mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Top it off with shredded cheddar cheese, the remaining ½ cup of bacon, and ½ cup of jalapeños.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is bubbly and melted on top.
- Once done, remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle minced green onions over the top before serving.
Notes
For a milder version, reduce the amount of jalapeños used. You can also customize by adding more spices or toppings to suit your taste.