Description
Get ready to elevate your snack game with Jalapeño Ranch Chicken Poppers! These crispy, golden bites are filled with a creamy blend of chicken, zesty jalapeños, and tangy ranch dressing that will make your taste buds sing. Perfect for parties or cozy movie nights, these poppers are not just delicious but also easy to prepare. Serve them warm with extra ranch for dipping and watch your guests rave about this addictive treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Chop the chicken into small bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix chopped chicken, diced jalapeños, ranch dressing, and shredded cheese until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place panko breadcrumbs in a separate bowl.
- Dip each piece of the chicken mixture into the egg wash and then roll in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Arrange the poppers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving with extra ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 poppers (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg